USDA has just published an updated paper with the specifications and pricing for gins that would like to install their own camera system for detecting plastic contamination in the module feeder. This paper is available on the NCGA web site, and on the TCGA Cotton Contamination Resource Page. Click here to view the updated paper, [...]
Two of our gin members have received notices from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) of an employee that has filed for unemployment benefits. In both cases, the employee was still working for the company and did not actually file the claim. This week, we received a notice from the TWC that there are a lot [...]
TCGA discovered today that an improper setting in our email system was causing all of our emails to be blocked in the PCCA and Telmark systems. It was likely causing other systems to block our emails as well. We believe the problem is now repaired. If you have missed the Newsletters and Blog Posts, these [...]
OSHA announced today that Employers may still submit their OSHA 300A data into the OSHA Web Portal. The portal had some significant technical difficulties during the first part of March, so they have kept the portal open. OSHA did not say how long it would continue to be open. If you missed the original deadline, [...]
Here is the Notice from the National Cotton Ginners. This information can also be found in the "Hot Topics" sections of our web site. You can also find this information here: Gin Training Seminars (cotton.org) 2021 Gin Training Seminar Schedule and Registration The Gin Training Seminars will be held by Zoom April 6, 13 and [...]
During the storm earlier this month, we saw electricity and gas prices jump to levels never seen before for more than a few hours during a billing period. Prices for electricity hit $9,000 per MWh, as opposed to the normal price of around $40.00. This maximum price has been reached before, but never for multiple [...]
For covered employers, the OSHA 300A data must be entered electronically to the OSHA Web Portal. It is a good idea to enter your electronic data at the same time you are completing and posting the 300A form. Click here to access the OSHA Electronic Submission web site. Then, click “Launch the Injury Tracking Application” [...]
You should have received the TCGA newsletter in your email yesterday. If you did not receive it, please check your spam filter and check with your internet spam service. If you cannot find our email in your spam system, please give your association office a call and we will help you make sure you are [...]
Member Meeting & Luncheon - Click here for PDF As I am certain you are aware, TCGA’s annual cotton trade show was cancelled again this year due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The Lubbock Memorial Civic Center is closed to outside events through the end of April, prohibiting our event. However, we are planning a [...]
The Lubbock Memorial Civic Center informed us earlier today the venue will be closed to outside events through the end of April. They have been conducting COVID-19 vaccine clinics there since the beginning of the year. The gin show scheduled for April 8 & 9 as an outside event falls into that time frame. With [...]
