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Bt Cotton In India: Two Decades On, A Story Of Transformation, Resistance, And The Road Ahead

Textile Insights July 9, 2025

Bt cotton, introduced in India in 2002 as a genetically modified crop designed to resist the deadly bollworm pest, has revolutionized cotton farming across the country. In just over two decades, it has expanded to cover more than 95% of India’s cotton acreage, becoming one of the most widely

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Cotton Incorporated Unveils Revamped CottonWorks Platform

Textile Insights June 23, 2025

Smart, Digital-First Hub for the Global Textile Industry Cotton Incorporated has officially launched its reimagined CottonWorks website, unveiling a comprehensive digital platform designed to serve professionals across the global textile and apparel value chain. More than just a redesign, the new CottonWorks.com is a modern, intuitive and fashion-forward hub that supports

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Trust Protocol Reports Sixth Year Of Record Growth

Textile Insights June 16, 2025

The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol has announced its sixth consecutive year of growth, achieving record increases in both enrolled planted acres and participating growers. For the 2025 planting season, the programme represents 2.58 million planted acres, up 18% from the previous year, with 1,512 growers now enrolled – a 14% increase over 2024. This growth […]

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USDA Forecasts Global Cotton Consumption To Reach 5-Year High In 2025-26

Textile Insights June 9, 2025

In its May report, The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has projected global cotton consumption to reach 118.1 million bales in the 2025-26 marketing year. This would mark the highest level of use in five years, signaling a cautious yet notable rebound in global cotton demand. The forecast reflects a continuation of steady recovery […]

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India’s Cotton Exports To Fall 47% In 2024-25: CAI

Textile Insights May 27, 2025

India’s cotton exports are expected to decline sharply to 15 lakh bales in the 2024-25 season (October-September), down from 28.36 lakh bales in the previous year, due to lower domestic output and cheaper Brazilian cotton in global markets, said the Cotton Association of India (CAI). CAI President Atul S. Ganatra noted that Brazilian cotton is […]

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CAI Urges Cotton Traders To Boycott Türkiye Over Anti-India Stance

Textile Insights May 22, 2025

In a strong appeal to the Indian cotton trading community, the Cotton Association of India (CAI) has urged a complete halt to all cotton trade with Türkiye, citing the country’s anti-India stance and its alignment with Pakistan during recent geopolitical tensions. In a circular issued by President Atul S. Ganatra of CAI, the association highlighted […]

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Better Cotton Joins Policy Hub To Strengthen EU Sustainability Policy Dialogue

Textile Insights May 15, 2025

Better Cotton, the world’s largest cotton sustainability initiative, has joined the Policy Hub—a Brussels-based coalition driving collaborative input on key EU policy developments in the textile and apparel sector. Established in 2019, the Policy Hub facilitates technical discussions on emerging regulations and builds consensus across its network to influence policy areas

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CAI Lowers 2024-25 Cotton Pressing Estimate To 291.30 Lakh Bales

Textile Insights May 15, 2025

The Cotton Association of India (CAI) has reduced its cotton pressing estimate for the 2024-25 season to 291.30 lakh bales of 170 kg each, down by 4 lakh bales from the previous estimate of 295.30 lakh bales. This revision is based on inputs from 11 state associations and trade sources. The total cotton supply till […]

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Cotton Yarn Manufacturers To Spin 7–9% Revenue Growth In FY26

Textile Insights May 9, 2025

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, according to a CRISIL Ratings analysis of 70 spinners accounting […]

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Cotton Industry In Transition: China Bets Big On Xinjiang

Textile Insights May 9, 2025

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