February 6, 2025
Corporates

Marvin Beyer Jr. Elected Chairman Of Cotton Incorporated

Marvin Arthur Beyer Jr., a cotton grower from Taft, Texas, was elected Chairman of the Board of Cotton Incorporated at the joint meeting of the Cotton Board and Cotton Incorporated in December 2024. Beyer’s two-year term as Chairman will begin in 2025, following a distinguished career and commitment to the cotton industry.

“Marvin embodies the commitment and vision that defines Cotton Incorporated,” said William Kimbrell, President and CEO of Cotton Incorporated. “His extensive industry experience and forward-thinking leadership make him exceptionally qualified to guide our organization through both market challenges and opportunities.”

Beyer has been a member of Cotton Incorporated’s Board of Directors since 2007, serving in various roles, including Vice Chairman (2023-2024), Secretary (2021-2022), and Treasurer (2019-2020). Over the years, he has also contributed to numerous committees, equipping him with the experience to lead the organization as it continues to enhance cotton’s value through strategic marketing, research and global partnerships.

“It is an honour to serve as Chairman of the Board for Cotton Incorporated,” Beyer stated. “Cotton is more than just a crop; it is a cornerstone of livelihoods, innovation and sustainability for communities across the nation and globally. I look forward to working in this role to foster cotton’s continued growth and advancement.”

With deep agricultural roots, Beyer earned a degree in Agricultural Engineering from Texas Tech University in 1978. He subsequently partnered with his father and brother to establish the successful “Beyer Brothers” farm. Beyer has held leadership positions with the South Texas Cotton and Grain Association, San Patricio County Farm Bureau, Coastal Ag Coop, and Gulf Compress, and he currently serves as a Cooperative Delegate Member for the National Cotton Council and on the Board of Directors of Plains Cotton Cooperative Association.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Beyer is an avid pilot, sports enthusiast and a dedicated family man.

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