Cotton Outlook Managing Director experiences the quality and sustainability of Brazilian cotton firsthand
Antonia Prescott explored Brazil’s cotton production system during a technical tour through the states of Goiás, Bahia and the Federal District The Managing Director and Editor of Cotton Outlook, based in Liverpool, Antonia Prescott, visited Brazil during the first week of July to gain first-hand insight into the country’s cotton production system. Her itinerary included […]
Cotton Brazil Dialogues brings together the global textile value chain in Brazil
Cotton Brazil Dialogues field trips to take place from July 27–31 and August 17–21 As the world’s largest cotton exporter and third-largest producer, Brazil will once again host representatives from the international textile industry. The Cotton Brazil Dialogues, an initiative by Cotton Brazil and the Brazilian Cotton Producers Association (Abrapa), will include two field trips, […]
Make the Label Count calls on European Commissioner to recognise sustainably sourced renewable materials in future Ecodesign rules
Coalition supported by Abrapa (Brazilian Cotton Growers Association) and Anea (Brazilian Cotton Exporters Association) calls for fair assessment of natural fibres such as cotton under the upcoming EU textile Ecodesign requirements Make the Label Count (MTLC), an international coalition representing the natural fibre and renewable materials value chain, has called on the European Commission to […]
Official Brazilian Government Certification Strengthens International Confidence
The Brazilian Cotton Quality Program integrates certification, quality data, and bale-level traceability, strengthening international buyers’ confidence in Brazilian cotton. Brazil’s rise to become the world’s leading cotton exporter has been driven by continuous investments in quality, sustainability, and traceability. A key driver of this progress has been the Brazilian Cotton Quality Program (PQAB), one of […]
Cotton Brazil Strengthens Presence in China During the 2026 China Cotton Industry Development Summit
Brazilian delegation participated in the event in Chongqing and showcased the country’s progress in quality, traceability, and sustainability to strategic partners Cotton Brazil participated in the 2026 China Cotton Industry Development Summit, held on May 28–29 in Chongqing, China, and organized by the China Cotton Association (CCA). The Brazilian delegation was composed of representatives from […]
Vietnam Expands Interest in Brazilian Fiber Through Cotton Brazil Initiatives
Cotton Brazil Outlook Vietnam events brought together the world’s largest cotton exporter and the leading global importer of the fiber, strengthening trade relations between Brazil and Vietnam With the goal of fostering knowledge exchange and strengthening trade relations with one of the most strategic markets in the global textile industry, Cotton Brazil carried out an […]
Brazil and Australia strengthen dialogue on research, sustainable production, and natural fiber collaboration
Cotton Brazil Dialogues Australia 2026 mission takes place from May 17 to 22 and will bring a Brazilian delegation to some of the country’s leading cotton-producing regions Cotton Brazil will carry out the international mission “Cotton Brazil Dialogues” to Australia from May 17 to 22, 2026. The program will bring a Brazilian delegation to technical […]
Brazilian Cotton: The Most Common Questions, Answered
Lisa Ventura, Head of International Partnerships at Brazilian Cotton Growers Association (Abrapa), frequently participates in global events representing Brazilian cotton. On these occasions, she often receives a wide range of questions about production in the country — especially related to sustainability and innovation. In this Q&A, Lisa answers the main questions and sheds light on […]
IDH delegation visits Brazil to strengthen sustainable cotton production
The delegation visited cotton farms in Mato Grosso and concluded the visit at the association’s headquarters in Brasília. The international organization IDH carried out a technical mission focused on Brazil’s cotton value chain. The delegation—composed of professionals from Brazil, India, and Europe—included technical visits to cotton farms in Mato Grosso, as well as a strategic […]
EU–Mercosur Deal Opens New Pathways for Brazilian Cotton
In its provisional phase, the free trade agreement between the European Union (EU) and Mercosur is expected to enter into force on May 1, according to a statement from the European Commission. This development opens new prospects for the Brazilian market, with the potential to strengthen trade flows between the two blocs and support demand […]