Cotton was the second-most produced fibre globally, with 24.7 million tonnes, representing 20% of total fibre production. Non-cotton plant fibres, including hemp, flax, and jute, held a 5% share ...

Shockingly, non-organic cotton wool has been dubbed the ‘world’s dirtiest crop’ as it accounts for 16% of global insecticide use – which is more than any other crop.

While the wool cut in the current financial year is expected to be about 280 million kilograms, down 8 per cent, it’s the 2025-26 forecast of 257 million kilograms that will make it the lowest ...

Boots is set to make a major change to millions of its cotton wool products in a bid to help its shoppers make more environmentally-friendly choices. The pharmacy chain, which sells more than 10 ...

USDA Funded Program Works With Wool, Cotton Producers on Climate Smart Practices Producers will be provided with technical assistance and direct payments related to drought resilience, improved soil ...