Cotton
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Textile Exchange Publishes The Final Criteria For Its New Materials Matter Standard, Marking A Pivotal Shift In Connecting Certification To Impact
The criteria were developed over five years in close collaboration with a designated International Working Group made up of brands, retailers, suppliers, producers, NGOs,...
Better Cotton Initiative And Planboo To Launch Biochar Project In India
Throughout the project, Planboo’s digital Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRVin) system will capture data points from the production of biochar to the calculation of...
Brückner showcases Future-Proof Textile Finishing at ITMA ASIA 2025 in Singapore
Brückner Textile Technologies is presenting German engineering expertise and energy-efficient line concepts at this year’s ITMA ASIA in Singapore. The family-run company has been...
Wool’s Rebound: The New Era Of Wool & Protein Fibers
According to the press release, the market value for wool is predicted to almost double from $34.9 billion in 2022 to $63.2 billion by...
U.S. Cotton Is A Natural Fit When Moving Away From Synthetics
As the textile industry has evolved, the understanding of its environmental and social footprint has increased as has the acceptance of responsibility for limiting...
Textile Exchange Publishes The Final Criteria For Its New Materials Matter Standard, Marking A Pivotal Shift In Connecting Certification To Impact
The criteria were developed over five years in close collaboration with a designated International Working Group made up of brands, retailers, suppliers, producers, NGOs,...
New Global Lifestyle Monitor™ Survey Confirms Cotton Is The Fiber Of Choice
“On World Cotton Day, we recognize the fiber that continues to appeal most to consumers around the globe,” said William Kimbrell, president and CEO...
New Adventure
It has been awhile since I blogged and there has been a reason. Apart from being very busy with teaching associated with the Gathered...
2025 Quarterly Issue IV
Shawmut, West Bridgewater, Mass., recently launched Shawmut™ Insights, a proprietary Life Cycle Assessment system for its automotive textiles, from raw materials to end-of-life.
1888 Mills, Cotton Incorporated Unveil 100% Cotton Bath And Bedding Line — Comfort, Durability And Affordability
“1888 Mills champions cotton and consistently proves that natural fiber innovation meets real market needs,” noted Marcy Gang, executive account manager at Cotton Incorporated....
Prominent Bangladeshi business leaders joined at the 14th World Chambers Congress 2025
Prominent Bangladeshi business leaders joined at the 14th World Chambers Congress 2025 By
CMAI Welcomes GST Reforms, Urges Uniform 5% Garment Tax
The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) has expressed its wholehearted appreciation for the latest changes made in GST rates, particularly those impacting the...
US researchers pioneer eco-friendly cottonseed oil finish to replace harmful chemicals
US researchers pioneer eco-friendly cottonseed oil finish to replace harmful chemicals
ICAC: Decreasing production and the critical role of traceability
ICAC: Decreasing production and the critical role of traceability
Good Fashion Fund Validates Impact of Investment in Indian Tier 2 & 3 Textile Factories
Good Fashion Fund Validates Impact of Investment in Indian Tier 2 & 3 Textile Factories By
Global Cotton Output Drops, Traceability Gains Priority
Global cotton production estimates have seen a notable drop compared to last month, decreasing from 25.9 million tonnes to 25.5 million tonnes. This reduction...
Decreasing Productionand the Critical Role of Traceability
Decreasing Productionand the Critical Role of Traceability By
Bombay Dyeing Unveils Festive 2025 Home Collection
Bombay Dyeing, one of India’s most iconic and trusted home fashion brands, has unveiled its much-anticipated Festive 2025 Collection. Designed to reflect the joy...
Cotton Duty Exemption Extended, Relief for Textile Industry
The Southern India Mills’ Association (SIMA) expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and the Union Ministers for Finance, Commerce & Industry, Textiles,...
US upland cotton sales surge 70%, pima exports also on the rise
US upland cotton sales surge 70%, pima exports also on the rise
Rieter CEO Thomas Oetterli Talks The Future Of Textile Spinning
Textile World Executive Forum Rieter CEO Thomas Oetterli Talks The Future Of Textile Spinning
Cotton Incorporated: Cotton market fundamentals & price outlook
Cotton Incorporated: Cotton market fundamentals & price outlook
ICE cotton prices slide to two-week low as strong dollar and US tariffs impact market
ICE cotton prices slide to two-week low as strong dollar and US tariffs impact market
US tariff hike puts Indian textile margins under pressure
US tariff hike puts Indian textile margins under pressure
The Cotton Group and SP Group Support Workers with Free Grocery Bags and School Development for Better Education
The Cotton Group and SP Group Support Workers with Free Grocery Bags and School Development for Better Education By
Brazil’s cotton exports hold steady, Pakistan rises as top destination
Brazil’s cotton exports hold steady, Pakistan rises as top destination
ICE cotton futures climb to one-week high amid dollar weakness, short covering
ICE cotton futures climb to one-week high amid dollar weakness, short covering
CottonConnect and Cotton Development Board sign MoU for sustainable cotton
CottonConnect and Cotton Development Board sign MoU for sustainable cotton By
Spinning Slub-Free Cashmere on the Charkha
Spinning Slub-Free Cashmere on the Charkha This portable spinning tool isn’t just for cotton! Watch as editor Kate Larson spins This portable spinning tool...
FiberTect Wipe Advances Hybrid Decontamination Solutions
By: Seshadri Ramkumar, Professor, Texas Tech University, USA Hybrid decontamination is catching up fast to be an established decontamination method to protect warfighters and...
ICE cotton reverses gains as crude oil prices slip
ICE cotton reverses gains as crude oil prices slip
Good Fashion Fund validates impact in India’s tier 2 and 3 units
Good Fashion Fund validates impact in India’s tier 2 and 3 units
Aid by trade foundation publishes annual report
Aid by trade foundation publishes annual report
ICAC Releases 2025 Cotton Data Book: The world’s most comprehensive cotton publication
ICAC Releases 2025 Cotton Data Book: The world’s most comprehensive cotton publication
ICAC Releases 2025 Cotton Data Book Comprehensive Global Cotton Insights
The International Cotton Advisory Committee (ICAC) has released the 2025 edition of its flagship Cotton Data Book, recognized as the most comprehensive resource on...
CAI Maintains 2024-25 Cotton Pressing Estimate at 311.40 Lakh Bales
The Cotton Association of India (CAI) has released its latest cotton pressing estimate for the 2024-25 season, which began on 1st October 2024. Based...
Iran’s cotton imports from Tajikistan jump 22.6% in first half of 2025
Iran’s cotton imports from Tajikistan jump 22.6% in first half of 2025
Amanat Shah Spinning producing premium quality yarn to boost RMG Export
Amanat Shah Spinning producing premium quality yarn to boost RMG Export By
LMW Global FZE Powers Supra Textiles Modernization Drive in Kenya with Advanced Carding Solutions
LMW Global FZE, a worldwide leader in textile machinery manufacturing, proudly announces the successful commissioning of its advanced LC361 model carding machines at Supra...
The National Cotton Council and National Cotton Ginners Association (NCGA) welcome the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s new guidance
The National Cotton Council and National Cotton Ginners Association (NCGA) welcome the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s new guidance
Large Farm Week 2025: Representatives from Better Cotton’s large farm countries come together
Large Farm Week 2025: Representatives from Better Cotton’s large farm countries come together
H&M launches major sustainability drive using recycled circulose fiber
H&M launches major sustainability drive using recycled circulose fiber
BASF turns trash into trend: Revolutionizing fashion with chemistry
BASF turns trash into trend: Revolutionizing fashion with chemistry
Ralph Lauren’s Q1 FY26: 14% revenue jump & bullish outlook
Ralph Lauren’s Q1 FY26: 14% revenue jump & bullish outlook
India Pavilion and international exhibitors to feature selection of cotton at Yarn Expo Autumn 2025
India Pavilion and international exhibitors to feature selection of cotton at Yarn Expo Autumn 2025 By
Eurofins moves into cotton origin verification
Origin ID’s database encompasses reference samples from all major cotton growing regions and is continuously updated. The service will offer a 15-day turnaround time...
Under new CEO, Oritain readies new technology for track and trace
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US upland cotton sales at 109,300 bales as new season begins, says USDA
US upland cotton sales at 109,300 bales as new season begins, says USDA
India reopens PLI scheme for textiles amid US tariff impact
As the Indian textile and apparel industry faces a challenging scenario following the imposition of a 50 per cent tariff by the US administration,...
Brazil set to conclude 2024–25 cotton season with record 2.82 million tons in exports
Brazil set to conclude 2024–25 cotton season with record 2.82 million tons in exports
Better Cotton’s 10-year US impact report
Better Cotton’s 10-year US impact report
The U.S. and Pakistan are advancing a sustainable cotton supply chain
The U.S. and Pakistan are advancing a sustainable cotton supply chain By
Engelbert Strauss Elevates Sustainable Sourcing Through U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Membership
Engelbert Strauss Elevates Sustainable Sourcing Through U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Membership By
Circ and Sanyou forge five-year deal to boost recycled lyocell production
Circ and Sanyou forge five-year deal to boost recycled lyocell production
ICE cotton rallies on US‑EU trade optimism, rising oil prices and strong U.S.export sales
ICE cotton rallies on US‑EU trade optimism, rising oil prices and strong U.S.export sales
US upland cotton sales plunge 93%, pima down 25% this week: USDA
US upland cotton sales plunge 93%, pima down 25% this week: USDA
Strategic Leadership In Cotton: William Kimbrell
Textile World Executive Forum Fiber World Strategic Leadership In Cotton: William Kimbrell
ICE cotton bounces back but slumps to one‑week low amid lingering weak demand
ICE cotton bounces back but slumps to one‑week low amid lingering weak demand
Cotton yarn demand weakens in North India, but prices remain steady in Delhi
Cotton yarn demand weakens in North India, but prices remain steady in Delhi
COTTON USA forges deeper cotton partnerships in Pakistan through leadership forums
COTTON USA forges deeper cotton partnerships in Pakistan through leadership forums
