The Brazilian traceability program is one of the highlights at the Better Cotton Conference
A pioneering initiative for the physical traceability of cotton garments, the SouABR program made Brazil a highlight during the Better Cotton Conference. The event in Amsterdam (Netherlands) was held by Better Cotton in June. The focus of the event was on the sustainability of cotton farming in the scenario of global climate change. The SouABR […]
Cotton Brazil intensifies its activities in China
The Brazilian Cotton Producers Association participated in the China International Cotton Conference on June 15th and 16th Brazil demonstrated to representatives of the Asian textile chain how it produces cotton responsibly, during the 13th edition of the China International Cotton Conference (CICC), on June 15th and 16th, in Guilin. The event is the largest of […]
Cotton Brazil promotes Brazilian cotton during mission to Thailand and Bangladesh
Thailand and Bangladesh are countries that are expected to increase their consumption of Brazilian cotton in the coming years. With this in mind, Cotton Brazil, the brand that represents the Brazilian cotton chain on the globe and is managed organized by the Brazilian Cotton Growers Association (Abrapa), sent a delegation on a Mission from May […]
The Seller’s Mission presented the quality, traceability and sustainability of Brazilian cotton
Information about the quality of Brazilian cotton was presented to Chinese and South Korean business executives during the Seller’s Mission held between April 17th and 25th and organized by the Brazilian Cotton Growers Association (Abrapa). The first event, held in Shanghai, was the Cotton Brazil Outlook which presented statistics in relation to cotton production in […]
Learn about the different types of cotton produced in Brazil and how to differentiate them
It is common place for us today to have several raw material options when choosing a piece of clothing in a store. In particular, natural fibers such as cotton are gaining relevance among consumers who prioritize sustainability and seek alternatives that are gentler to the skin and the environment. But did you know that there […]
The Brazilian Cotton Quality Program is well received in China
The 2022/23 crop of Brazilian cotton will reach the Chinese market with something new. Some of the bales shipped will have already been certified by the Brazilian Cotton Quality Program, developed by the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (Mapa) in partnership with the Brazilian Cotton Growers Association(Abrapa). This news was well received by Chinese […]
Cotton Brazil goes to China seeking market expansion
Abrapa’s schedule in the country begins on the 23rd with events, technical visits and presenting the Brazilian Cotton Quality Program The Cotton Brazil program, which promotes Brazilian cotton internationally, this week kicks off its 2023 agenda for China, the largest importer of Brazilian cotton. The Brazilian Cotton Growers Association (Abrapa) will be holding a number […]
After all, how long does it take for cotton to decompose in nature?
If you have already researched the decomposition of cotton in nature, you must have found a lot of conflicting information on the subject. This is because there are many variables: type of fabric, soil quality, climate, atmospheric pressure, chemicals applied to the fiber, etc. But in order to clarify some points about cotton biodegradability, we […]
From field to ship: how cotton is transported overseas
The journey that Brazilian cotton takes to ensure that importing countries get the volume, quality and sustainability that they ordered In order to remain the second largest cotton exporter in the world, Brazil has, over the last decade, made investments to improve logistics. It’s a complex operation: production units need to be connected to […]
In Brazil, cotton producers are increasing the use of natural pesticides
2023 kicks off with cotton planting advancing in the Brazilian fields. The new crop has already reached 32% of the projected planted area and one of the hallmarks of this new season is likely to be an increase in the use of biological control mechanisms. Biological control uses bacteria, insects and fungi to fight against […]