Clemson Researchers Tweak Cotton Genes To Improve Productivity
⋅ BY A. DENISE ATTAWAY, PH.D. ⋅
CLEMSON UNIVERSITY
Clemson University researchers are determining how to develop a higher-yielding, better-quality cotton by altering plant growth habit and form. Led by molecular biologist Sachin Rustgi, they...
By Gus Floris
Editor
Apparel Insiders
Monitoring Cotton Trends
As editor of a major apparel news service, I have opportunities to speak with dozens of clothing companies and retailers about their products, the demands of their customers and how they plan on meeting...
By Xi Jin
Manager of International Cooperation
China National Cotton Information Center
Beijing, China
Surviving Global Competition
Chinese textile mills are losing their competitiveness. Soaring costs of production permeate China’s economy. Moreover, as costs have risen for labor, energy and raw materials, environment protection...
By Werner Bieri
President/CEO
Buhler Quality Yarns
Jefferson, Ga.
No Substitute For Quality
David TrumbullBuhler Quality Yarns Corporation has been using Supima cotton for its production since it started spinning cotton yarns in the United States in 1996. Over the years, the selection process...
MR. SURESH KOTAK
CHAIRMAN, KOTAK COMMODITIES
MUMBAI, INDIA
It's All About Quality
It is said that the shortest distance between two points is a straight line. This common phrase could also apply to What Customers Want: straight line availability of cotton with the...
