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COCPC Meeting Highlights Increased Cotton Consumption And Enhanced Traceability

Textile Insights June 26, 2024

The third meeting of the Committee on Cotton Production and Consumption (COCPC) for the 2023-24 cotton season was held on June 24, 2024, under the chairpersonship of Textile Commissioner Roop Rashi. The meeting included representatives from the Central and State Governments, the textile

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USDA Projects Global Cotton Consumption Increase Of 3%

Textile Insights May 18, 2024

In its latest May 2024 report, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has projected global cotton consumption to increase by 3 percent year-on-year. While, global cotton production is expected to rise by 5.4 million bales, each weighing 480 pounds and total 119.05 million bales. “This boost in production is anticipated to lead to a rise […]

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Better Cotton Responds To Allegations Regarding Cotton Production In Brazil

Textile Insights April 28, 2024

Better Cotton has addressed the findings of an independent audit regarding allegations concerning cotton production in Brazil’s Matopiba region, as well as outlined steps taken in response to these concerns. The allegations, initially raised by Earthsight, a non-profit organization, pertain to two companies managing farms in Bahia, Brazil. They include claims of illegal

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Cottonconnect Expands Cotton Traceability Platform To Brands

Textile Insights December 24, 2023

CottonConnect, a social enterprise that focuses on creating a more sustainable and responsible cotton industry, has made its TraceBale traceability platform available to the wider apparel industry. TraceBale traceability platform is expected to help brands address supply chain transparency challenges. TraceBale is now available as a standalone solution to all within the

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Better Cotton Explores Future Of Uzbekistan’s Cotton Sector

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

Textile Insights 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

Textile Insights 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

Textile Insights 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 […]

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Storm May Affect 15-20% Of Greek Cotton Crop

Textile Insights September 22, 2023

A storm which hit Greece in the first week of September may have affected 70 percent of the cotton crop in Thessaly. Thessaly is the main Greek cotton growing hub and in turn, this impact may reduce the country’s total production by 15-20 percent. This was informed by a senior researcher Dr Mohammed Darawsheh working […]

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ELS Cotton: The Short Haul To Increase Farmers’ Incomes!

Textile Insights September 20, 2023

Many of us in India may not know that India tops the world in the production of cotton fibre in terms of quantity. Fewer people know that the world’s best cotton fibre ‘Suvin’ is produced in Tamil Nadu. ‘Suvin’ is a domestically nurtured cotton variety that has been recognized as the world’s best extra-long staple […]