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Related Keywords: changing climate, cotton, cotton prices, hybrid cotton seed, hybrid market, seed industry

Prices have been reduced from Rs 930 for a 450-gram packet of cotton hybrid seeds five years ago to Rs 730 last year, leaving little differentiation between good and bad seeds.

Indian hybrid cotton seed producers feel work is cut out for any new government that comes to power. "The hybrid seed industry has seen subdued growth over the past five years largely in cotton, which contributes around 30 per cent to the hybrid seed market," says G V Bhaskar Rao, chairman and managing director of Kaveri Seeds.

Related Keywords: cotton, Dhuri, ecological dyes, environmental friendly, fabrics, natural fabrics, organic dyes, pollution, silk, sustainable fashion, textiles eco-friendly fabrics, traditional fabrics, zero wastage

In a world where pollution caused by textiles is a major threat, a brand specialising in eco-friendly fabrics claims it can be a better option for the environment.

Related Keywords: apparel, apparel brands, Apparel Textile Sourcing, customs, designers, fashion industry, forecasts, future of fashion, industry trends, investment opportunities, JP Communications, Miami Fashion Week, retailers, sustainability, technology, Textile, textile products, trade policy

Miami, FL – Latest updates on U.S. trade policy, customs and imports, investment opportunities for apparel brands and retailers, industry trends and forecasts, and the future of fashion, technology and sustainability, are among the key topics to be presented at the upcoming Apparel Textile Sourcing Miami (ATSM) show.

Related Keywords: clothing, clothing line, Cotton Row Clothier, cotton trader, fiber, shirts

A new brand is turning a family tradition into a clothing favorite, made entirely with cotton from the Lone Star State.

Brady Raindl is the co-creator of Cotton Row Clothier. He’s a cotton trader by day and started the clothing line out of his love for cotton.

“My family grew cotton, so I’ve been in fields all my life,” Raindl says. “Cotton has touched me in some form or fashion.”

Related Keywords: fibre, industrial chemical, microfibers, North Carolina, nylon brush, textile fibres, toxic industrial compounds

Scientists have developed a new coating for textile fibres that could efficiently capture toxic industrial compounds and chemical warfare agents under real-world conditions, including high humidity.

The research, published in the journal Small, may lead to improved masks and personal protective equipment for soldiers and others at risk of exposure.

Related Keywords: apparel industry, Avol Oxy White, chemicals, chemistry, fashion industry, garment treatment, greenofchange, innovation, potassium permanganate, sustainability innovative bleaching, sustainable issue, sustainable jeans, textile chemistry, white&green

Garmon Chemicals confirms itself as a pioneer in chemistry specifically applied to garment treatment, at the forefront in terms of product research and active promotion on the sustainable issue. The Dutch show is the ideal stage to present a preview of the latest innovation born out of Garmon’s volcanic R&D department. It is Avol Lime, the revolutionary and ecologically advanced neutralizing agent. Used in combination with Avol Oxy White (the bleaching agent that represents the safe alternative to potassium permanganate), it allows to obtain a fully safe and sustainable bleaching process.

Related Keywords: Bio pesticide, competitive prices, cotton, Cotton growers, generic, import, non pesticide chemical

The Cabinet Committee on Legislative Cases (CCLS) on Friday approved import of bio-pesticide ‘Gossy­plure’ to help eradicate the population of pink bollworm that attacks cotton crop.

Punjab government and cotton growers had been urging for the bio-pesticide’s import which was barred due to some legal issues.

The CCLS approved the import of Gossyplure as a generic chemical under Form-16 of the Pakistan Agriculture Pesticide Act, 1971. Consequently, the Ministry of National Food Security and Research (MNFSR) removed its impediment in import.

Related Keywords: blended fabric, chemical resistance, fabric aircraft, Leather material, manufacturers, material properties, nylon, Nylon fabrics, polyester, refurbishment, synthetic products

Nylon blend fabric aircraft soft goods market share will account for over 70% by 2024 owing to superior material properties including insulation, water & wrinkle resistance, and higher durability. Nylon fabrics are blended with materials such as polyester to enhance passenger comfort and elasticity cover.

Related Keywords: Fashion Brands, female employees, gender pay gap, pay, pay scale, retailers, statistics, systemic change, women, working hours

Data published this week in the UK revealed a stubborn gap between what men and women earn at fashion brands and retailers, with Farfetch, Missguided, Karen Millen and Asos among the companies reporting large disparities favouring male employees.

Related Keywords: brand business, CEO, craftsmanship, drive growth, Elevate Textiles, fabric, global footprint, president, sustainability, thread, thread solutions

Launched earlier this year, Elevate Textiles has appointed its first president and CEO to lead its multi-brand business.

Elevate Textiles, a fabric and thread solutions source focused on innovation, sustainability and craftsmanship, was born out of the integration of American & Efird (A&E) and International Textile Group under the leadership of Platinum Equity.