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Come see us at the Functional Fabric Fair!

October 28, 2021

Looking for innovation and inspiration in your cotton products? Connect with us this month at the Functional Fabric Fair in Portland, OR, to learn about the latest cotton technologies, sustainability research, and fabric developments. 

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Beyond COVID: Demand & Prices

October 18, 2021

Relative to 2019, apparel spending has been up 25% in recent months. Normal annual growth is near 3%, so there has been more growth than could have been expected without COVID.

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Burt’s Bees Repurposed Cotton Facial Wipes

October 14, 2021

Transform your cleansing routine. Made with 25% repurposed cotton, Burt’s Bees has launched a new range of facial wipes to lift away makeup, dirt, and oil without harsh rubbing or rinsing. Cleansing, hydrating with a refreshing scent, these 100% cotton...

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Monthly Economic Letter: October 2021

October 13, 2021

Most benchmark prices surged between late September and the present. After touching values below 90 cents/lb on September 20, the December NY/ICE futures contract surged higher.

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Executive Cotton Update: October 2021

October 12, 2021

The list of challenges facing apparel sourcing professionals seems only to get longer. First, there were trade tensions and tariff increases.

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