Stable cotton spreads and improved cotton availability to support margins and credit profiles India’s cotton yarn industry is expected to grow by 7–9% in FY26, up from a modest 2–4% in the previous fiscal, driven by a rebound in exports—particularly to China—and steady domestic demand,
China’s cotton industry, a cornerstone of the global textile supply chain, is navigating a period of transformation marked by high domestic yields, shifting trade dynamics and policy-driven structural changes. According to the latest USDA Cotton and Products Annual Report, the 2025-26 marketing year (MY) will witness moderate declines in production, subdued imports and
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol and Supima have announced a strategic partnership to strengthen traceability in the cotton supply chain, addressing increasing demand from consumers and brands for transparency and accountability. This collaboration leverages the USDA’s permanent bale identification system and TextileGenesis’s digital traceability platform to track Supima’s
The United States is steadily losing ground in cotton exports to Bangladesh, primarily due to shipping delays and logistical concerns, according to the latest report by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). In the marketing year (MY) 2023–24, beginning August, Bangladesh imported 7.8 million bales of cotton, with US cotton accounting for only 9% of […]
The USDA’s 2025 Cotton Outlook presents a nuanced forecast for the 2025/26 marketing year, highlighting shifts in global production, consumption, and trade patterns. While cotton demand is expected to rise, production declines and persistent market challenges may continue to influence price trends and trade flows. Global cotton production is projected to fall by 3% to […]
A comprehensive study conducted by Dr Keshav R. Kranthi, Chief Scientist at the International Cotton Advisory Committee (ICAC), has shed light on the global water footprint of cotton cultivation between 2020 and 2024. The study, which covers 271 cotton-growing regions across 38 major cotton-producing countries, provides crucial insights into water consumption, irrigation
Better Cotton has extended its standard recognition agreement with ABRAPA (Brazilian Cotton Growers’ Association), ensuring continued alignment between the ABR (Responsible Brazilian Cotton) Programme and the Better Cotton Standards System (BCSS). Effective retroactively from October 2024 to October 2025, the agreement will automatically renew for three years if all
Amit Cot Fibre, Malkapur, Maharashtra, has successfully exported 600 bales (100 metric tons) of Kasturi Cotton, marking a significant milestone for India’s premium cotton brand. The Regenagri-certified company finalized the first-ever export deal with a Bangladeshi importer within just two days, on March 19, 2025. With this achievement, Amit Cot Fibre becomes the first
Better Cotton has reported significant progress in its action plan to address sustainability challenges in Brazil’s Matopiba region, following concerns raised in an April 2024 report. The report highlighted issues related to land use, deforestation and community impact linked to Better Cotton licensed farms in Bahia. While none of the licensed farms were found to […]
The EU’s Environmental Footprint Methods policy falsely ranks polyester as more sustainable than cotton and wool, disregarding effects of microplastic pollution and the benefits of biodegradability. This flawed assessment threatens consumer perception and future market share for natural fibres, writes Roger Tomkins, Australian Cotton Shippers Association Fast Facts