The global fashion industry’s relentless pursuit of low-cost sourcing is intensifying pressure on Bangladesh’s garment manufacturers, with new evidence showing that sourcing prices for basic apparel have failed to keep pace with rising production costs and inflation. A recent report by Public
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol has introduced a new framework under its Field Partner Program pilot to formally recognize verified regenerative farming practices and measurable sustainability outcomes among cotton growers. The initiative will enable brands and retailers to source regenerative U.S. cotton with full verification and traceability. The pilot, which is underway













