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Genetically Modified Cotton Grows Better In Space Than On Earth

Textile Insights December 18, 2023

Research by a team from University of Wisconsin-Madison (UW) has revealed that cotton, especially the genetically modified variety, grew better in space than on earth. Researchers leveraged microgravity to pinpoint new genetic avenues that may unlock future sustainable, resilient crops.

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Better Cotton Explores Future Of Uzbekistan’s Cotton Sector

December 16, 2023

One year on since the launch of its programme in Uzbekistan, Better Cotton has co-hosted an event in its capital, Tashkent, to reflect on its successes and strengthen multi-stakeholder relations. Held in collaboration with the National Commission of Combatting Human Trafficking and Forced Labour and the Uzbekistan Textile and Garment Industry Association, the organisation

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Chinese Import Of Aussie Cotton Leaps Between Jan & Oct

Textile Insights December 16, 2023

In the first ten months of the current year, China imported 1.38 million tons of cotton from various countries, a decline of 12.7 over the comparable months of earlier year. However, between January and October this year, these cotton imports from Australia rose by a massive 20 times to 192,000 tons. Chinese traders and importers […]

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Wazir Advisors Joins ITMF for Global Textile Growth

December 13, 2023

In a significant move towards fostering international collaboration and industry growth, Wazir Advisors, a premier Indian management consulting firm, has announced its membership in the International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF) as a corporate member. As a seasoned and highly networked player in the global textile and apparel industry, Wazir Advisors brings

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Uzbekistan’s Cotton Production Hits Record Highs In 2023

Textile Insights December 13, 2023

Uzbekistan’s cotton production has reached a record high of 3.8 million tons, an increase of 8.3 percent as against the earlier year. This information was shared by Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev in a statement on the occasion of Agricultural Workers’ Day. Uzbekistan is the sixth largest cotton producer in the world, after China, India, the […]

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India Faces Severe Cotton Seed Scarcity In Next Season

Textile Insights December 13, 2023

India is expected to face a severe scarcity of cotton seeds in the next cotton season as there has been a 30-40 percent drop in seed production this year and there is not much surplus to offset the loss. “Only preventive policy action can help avert reduced acreage next year,” the Hindu Businessline quoted experts […]

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Supima Cotton Shipments To India Impacted By Import Duty

Textile Insights December 12, 2023

The import duty of 11 percent imposed by India on cotton imports has had an impact on shipments of Supima cotton to India. This was stated by Marc Lewkowitz, CEO of Supima who was in Coimbatore to take part in the Cotton Day 2023 programme, organised by Cotton USA. “The duty is a disincentive for […]

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Better Cotton Launches Innovative Initiative For Cotton Farmers In Côte d’Ivoire

December 12, 2023

Better Cotton has announced the launch of a groundbreaking programme in Côte d’Ivoire, demonstrating its dedication to supporting 200,000 local cotton farmers in the initial five years. This innovative initiative at the field level will provide essential training and resources to farming communities throughout the nation, marking a significant stride towards

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US Cotton Forecast: Production Up, Consumption Down

December 12, 2023

In the latest report on the 2023-24 US cotton balance sheet, there is a marginal decrease in consumption, but a noticeable uptick in production and ending stocks. Production saw a rise of 273,000 bales, reaching 13.1 million bales, with lower output in Texas offset by increases elsewhere. Domestic mill use saw a decrease of 100,000 […]

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Indian Cotton – Towards Composite Economics

December 12, 2023

All-round growth can happen only if cotton is looked at holistically as fibre, food, feed, fodder and also fuel, says Suresh Kotak, Chairman, Textile Advisory Group. Kotak was speaking at the 81st Plenary Session of International Cotton Advisory Committee (ICAC) held from 2nd to 5th December, 2023, at Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. The […]