Fashion brands across the spectrum, from high-end luxury to mainstream retailers, are increasingly integrating regenerative agriculture practices into their supply chains as part of their sustainability initiatives. These practices, which prioritize working in harmony with nature, are not merely a passing trend but rather essential steps toward a more sustainable future for the apparel industry.
The recent surge in ICE cotton prices, witnessed on Monday, was short-lived as market confidence took a hit due to concerns over demand improvement. Despite opening high on Tuesday, the market failed to sustain momentum throughout the day, lacking support from robust external factors. Weakness in the flash US Composite Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) underscored vulnerabilities in the manufacturing sector, contributing to the market's downward trend.
The Better Cotton Standard has announced that a recent third-party audit found no breach of its standards at certified farms in Brazil, which were recently linked to environmental and human rights abuses. However, while the audit results provided some relief, concerns remain about the efficacy of the assessment process and the broader impact on local communities.
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