Cotton

U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Launches Forensic Verification Programme With Oritain

Textile Insights June 8, 2026

The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol has introduced a new Physical Assurance Programme in partnership with Oritain to scientifically verify the origin of U.S. cotton and strengthen supply chain transparency. The initiative follows a successful pilot project and incorporates forensic isotopic analysis

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India’s Premium Kasturi Cotton Initiative Set To Elevate India’s Global Textile Standing

Textile Insights May 26, 2026

As global supply chains increasingly shift toward sustainable and ethical sourcing, the rollout of Kasturi Cotton India marks a significant transition from a volume-driven commodities market to a value-driven textile economy, writes Kirankumar Panchal in this exclusive article for Textile Insights In a strategic move to position Indian cotton alongside global premium

Sustainability

URBN Joins U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol To Strengthen Sustainable Sourcing Goals

Textile Insights April 14, 2025

The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol has announced that global retail group URBN has become its latest member, reinforcing the company’s commitment to responsible cotton sourcing and sustainable supply chain practices. URBN, whose portfolio includes popular brands such as Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, Free People, FP Movement, and Nuuly, aims to source 100% of its cotton from

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AbTF Launches New Transparency Standard For Sustainable Cotton

Textile Insights February 9, 2025

Independent Audits to Ensure Full Traceability in Global Textile Supply Chain The Aid by Trade Foundation (AbTF) has announced the introduction of a new Transparency Standard aimed at enhancing the traceability and reliability of sustainable cotton in the global textile industry. Set to launch in the first quarter of 2025, the AbTF Transparency Standard will […]

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Haelixa Partners With OVS To Enhance Traceability Of Italian Cotton

Textile Insights October 9, 2024

Haelixa has renewed its partnership with Italian fashion brand OVS for the second consecutive year, aiming to mark and trace cotton grown in Italy to ensure trust throughout the supply chain. Haelixa has integrated its DNA markers into OVS’s existing cotton operations. The cotton, sourced from Italian farms, is marked with DNA markers at the […]

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Better Cotton Announces New Council Co-Chairs And Members

Textile Insights July 28, 2024

Better Cotton has announced the appointment of two new co-chairs and five new members to its Council. Alan McClay, CEO at Better Cotton, expressed enthusiasm for the new appointments, stating, “Their experience, insights and perspectives will be invaluable as the council continues to evolve to best serve Better Cotton, its affiliated farmers and its diverse […]