News

  • Aug14

  • Out with the old and in with the new

    Barnaby’s Beanry is known throughout Amarillo, Texas, for its juicy burgers and beans with a punch. The Panhandle hot spot deserves a nod for its newest addition to the menu… cottonseed oil. The classic barbeque joint had been using shortening but made the switch, kicking out the trans and improving the taste of its fries. Read more about the Beanry here.—Tour Manager

  • Aug05

  • Trans fats will not be back

    In California, that is. Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger is making sure that all trans-fats are terminated. The new law banning trans was signed July 25, guaranteeing that future trips to California won’t be unhealthy ones. While you are in the Golden State, be sure to try the golden oil. Cottonseed oil is trans-free and perfect for frying and baking. Award-winning seafood restaurant Anthony’s Fish Grotto in San Diego agrees. The local favorite has been using cottonseed oil for more than 60 years and would have it no other way.—Tour Manager

  • Jul21

  • Hungry for new images?

    Your wait is over. Beautiful, new photographs highlighting the golden oil have just been added to the site. From deep-fried turkey to tasty chips, these images will get your mouth watering. Click here to view the new photos, and NCPA’s new logo. -Tour Manager

  • Jun13

  • Culinology magazine gives cottonseed oil thumbs up

    Culinology magazine, the official magazine of the Research Chefs Association, reported extensively on trans-fat free solutions in its June 2008 issue. Calling out cottonseed oil as “fit to be fried,” writer Deb North spotlighted two of our fave fans of cottonseed oil – Utz Quality Foods, Inc., maker of the popular East Coast potato chip brand, and Buca di Beppo, a chain of Italian-style restaurants. Both rely on cottonseed oil to create delicious, trans-fat-free food items. We especially love the magazine’s choice of photos: beautiful images of light golden cottonseed oil in beakers, and fried chicken prepared in cottonseed oil! Check it out here .   -    Tour Manager

  • May21

  • Cottonseed crush to remain steady

    While planted cotton acreage has fallen again this year, cottonseed crushings are expected to remain very steady, thanks to strong demand for cottonseed oil. For the 2008/09 season, the USDA expects 2.7 million tons of seed to be crushed versus 2.75 million tons for the season that ends July 30. – Ben Morgan

  • May15

  • Tips for history buffs

    Did you know? In 1794, Eli Whitney invented the cotton gin 1794 is the same year that the Louvre in Paris first opened to the public, Marie Antoinette was executed and George Washington began his second term as President. Cottonseed oil has seen a lot happen in the past 200 years. - Tour Manager

  • May09

  • Designs on cottonseed oil

    Cottonseedoiltour.com continues to receive accolades from the design community. We were most recently featured on CSSFlash.com, an international Web site that highlights some of the most creative content on the planet.                   - Tour Manager

  • May08

  • NCPA holds annual meeting

    Cotton growers, ginners, crushers and merchandisers recently convened at the National Cottonseed Products Association’s annual meeting in Florida. Experts shared reports on the state of the industry, including how the alternative fuels business is devouring U.S. vegetable oil supplies, thereby raising prices and contributing to higher food prices everywhere. This is reflected in the recently announced 2008 USDA forecast that estimates a four to five percent increase in food prices in the United States.              - Ben Morgan

  • Apr25

  • “Just the Thing for Pesach”

    Cottonseed oil continues to get rave reviews as a kosher-for-Passover vegetable oil. The Jewish Exponent just reported on this ideal oil for both Passover-observers and health-conscious eaters alike. Visit the Jewish Exponent to read the article for yourself.   – Tour Manager

  • Apr24

  • Cottonseed oil in the pages of Food Product Design

    The latest edition of Food Product Design featured the article, Frying SansTrans, which highlighted healthy frying oils. Cottonseed oil was included as the perfect oil for both potato chips and Asian foods. To read more, click here.       – Tour Manager