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Podcast on the German Supply Chain Act

18. June 2021
Elke Hortmeyer, Director of Communications and International Relations at the Bremen Cotton Exchange, answers current questions about the new German Due Diligence Act* in the podcast series “Go Global! Bremen Business Talks”. Also well-known... To the article

Yields in Cotton Production: The most important Determinants

9. June 2021
Yields in cotton production register a wide range around the globe. In recent years, farmers’ yields have ranged from around 200 kg per hectare in some African countries to record highs of more than... To the article

Glossary on Circular Economy

21. May 2021
The Partnership Secretariat has, in cooperation with the Expert Group Circular Economy created a glossary on circular economy. The Bremen Cotton Exchange contributes to the expert group with its comprehensive know-how on cotton matters.... To the article

DNFI Innovation in Natural Fibres Award 2021

17. May 2021
For the fifth time in a row since 2017, the Discover National Fibre Initiative is once again inviting entries for its now coveted ‘DNFI Innovation in Natural Fibres Award’. The aim of the award... To the article

How much water does cotton really need?

11. May 2021
Interview with Dr Ed Barnes, Senior Director of Agricultural and Environmental Research at Cotton Incorporated, USA. Water consumption in cotton production is one central aspect in the discussion on sustainability regarding the raw material.... To the article

Fact check: Cotton’s Share of Worldwide Pesticide Use

29. April 2021
Cotton is not the largest user of agricultural pesticides – it’s actually one of the lowest, accounting for less than 5 percent of the world’s total pesticide sales, despite some erroneous claims. Without the... To the article

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