Harlingen Cotton Committee
311 E Tyler Ave
Harlingen, TX 78550
The Harlingen Cotton Committee, established in 1953, is renowned for its annual First Bale contest, a tradition that dates back to the 1800s. This event celebrates the first bale of cotton grown in the United States, with Harlingen being the designated auction site since receiving sanction from the Houston Stock Exchange.
Historically significant, the contest has evolved from its early days when the first bale was transported to Houston for certification. Today, the Harlingen Cotton Committee continues to honor this agricultural legacy by offering a bonus and auction proceeds to the grower of the first bale each year.
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