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As global economies have become integrated, cotton has become a well-traveled commodity. Take a look at the imports and exports that make our industry go.

India Won't Lift Cotton Export Ban

Anand Sharma, India's textile and commerce minister, announced on Monday, April 9, that India will not permit additional cotton exports until an undisclosed future date.

USDA Revises Global Stocks Upward

The USDA’s April supply and demand report sent the market lower when it made major historical revisions and "found" almost 3.5 million bales in its database for India.

CSITC Completes 21st Round Trial

The 21st Round Trial, under the auspices of the Task Force on Commercial Standardization of Instrument Testing of Cotton (CSITC RT 2012-1), included 66 testing facilities from all continents submitted results from 105 instruments.

CNCIC: Cotton Spot Price in China Stable with Weak Indications

The price of cotton lint in China has been stable but indications are weak, while prices for cotton futures in the Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange and China National Cotton Exchange E-forward markets decreased further.

India’s Export Ban Benefits No One, Including Textile Industry

It’s bad enough that the global cotton industry has suffered from the Indian export ban  -- what adds insult to injury is that there’s no evidence than anyone, anywhere, benefitted from the decision.

There’s No Better Time to Meet Your Partners in Asia

Global Summit Preview: Southeast Asia

Chinese Textile Industry Expected to Continue Growth

Although many of its competitors are seeing decreases in their textile and clothing industries, China is expected to continue its impressive growth.

Dr. O.A. Cleveland: USDA Report Steals Cotton's Thunder

USDA’s supply and demand report took a bit of steam out of the market that had seen December pushing 97 cents early this week.

China’s Purchases Offset Bearish USDA Report

The recent USDA report had a negative effect on global cotton prices, but some analysts believe the negativity is unwarranted due to continued purchasing from China.

Zimbabwe Growers to Rely on Seed Cotton for Income

An increase in global cotton production might be driving prices down, but growers in Zimbabwe can still profit from selling seed cotton, which offers timely payments.

Stand United or Suffer the Consequences

World Industry Views: ICA

Securing Cotton’s Future: Thinking Beyond the Boll

World Industry Views: Cotton Incorporated

Complexity Puts Emphasis on Risk Management

Country Reports: United Kingdom

Tomorrow’s Leaders Are Already Here

Country Reports: ICA Complete Cotton

Courageous Leaders Focus on Tomorrow

Country Reports: Poland

Crises Often Lead to Opportunities

Country Reports: Southeast Asia Region

Unlock Value with a Differentiated Approach

Country Reports: Singapore