ICAC gets to know the Brazilian farm production system in the field
To get a closer experience of the reality of Brazilian cotton farming, representatives of the International Cotton Advisory Committee (ICAC) were welcomed by the Brazilian Cotton Growers Association (Abrapa) at the end of June in Brazil. The schedule included visits to farms, laboratories, and the association’s head office. ICAC is an international committee that brings […]
Cotton Brazil expands talks with global brands during the Better Cotton Conference
The Better Cotton Conference ended in Istanbul (Türkiye) on 27th July with another step forward being taken by Brazilian cotton growers. At the event, Brazilian cotton growers deepened their dialogue with global retailers, third-sector organizations and Better Cotton executives with regard to traceability and responsible production. This is the third consecutive year that the Better […]
T-shirt and Jeans: A Look Behind These Closet Classics From Across the Globe
To suggest one city is better than the other is to suggest one fruit is better than the other: it’s entirely subjective. Similarly, fashion is also subjective. While there are many global trends, as reflected during the shows during fashion week, one thing reigns true: two key items are international staples: denim jeans and a […]
Brazil pays tribute to Chinatex, the CNCE and the CNCGC for their cotton trading partnerships
The China-Brazil trade alliance started the month of June with renewed assurances. During the trade mission that ended this week, the Brazilian Cotton Growers Association (Abrapa) and Cotton Brazil delegation paid tribute to three of the largest Chinese state-owned companies that trade cotton. This gesture marks 2024 as the year in which Brazil became the […]
Brazil assures China of regular supply of cotton
Faced with a challenging trade and geopolitical scenario, this year China found in Brazil a trusted partner and cotton supplier. Between January and April 2024, the South American country accounted for almost 48% of China’s cotton imports. Six years ago, Brazil’s share was 6%. From August 2023 to April 2024, China purchased 1.2 million tonnes […]
After record exports, Cotton Brazil arrives in China to strengthen trade ties
China increased its imports of Brazilian cotton by 66% in the 2023/24 season. The Cotton Brazil Mission will run through to June 6th focusing on the Chinese textile industry From today (28th) until to June 6th, the Brazilian Cotton Growers Association (Abrapa), through Cotton Brazil initiative, is holding another international mission, this time to China. […]
Turkey’s textile industry highlights ABR-LOG improvements
Turkey was the final destination of the “Egypt-Turkey Mission”, a commercial exchange promoted by the Brazilian Cotton Growers Association (Abrapa) in May. The aim was to strengthen ties with Turkey’s textile industry, and the results was favorable. The mission is part of Cotton Brazil’s calendar. Cotton Brazil is an Abrapa program that represents the […]
Egyptian textile industry embraces Brazilian cotton
For eight days, a delegation of 12 Brazilian representatives took part in a technical and trade exchange mission run by the Brazilian Cotton Growers Association (Abrapa) and Cotton Brazil, in Egypt and Turkey. To enhance their analysis of the Egyptian textile industry and strengthen ties with Turkish mill owners, the “Egypt-Turkey Mission” ended this weekend […]
Egypt and Türkiye to host the Cotton Brazil mission
A delegation comprising members of Abrapa, Anea and Apex-Brasil aims to strengthen trade ties with the two countries during visits taking place between May 12th and May 19th A year and four months after Egypt opened up its market to Brazilian cotton, the Brazilian Cotton Growers Association (Abrapa) will begin Cotton Brazil’s fifth international mission […]
The Green Side of TikTok: How Sustainability Creators are Influencing Conscious Consumerism
TikTok is a video-sharing app that hosts an international community of over one billion active users monthly (Social Pilot). It grew in popularity during the pandemic, and while it was known for its viral dance routines early on, it is now full of a highly diverse range of content. Oftentimes, authenticity is what many users […]