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Cotton Prices (and Wages) Take a Bite out of H&M Profits
The second quarter of 2011 produced disappointing sales numbers for Hennes and Mauritz (H&M), the world’s second largest fashion retailer,…
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NCC Pleased that Bill Amendments Are Rejected
With the U.S. economy still mired in a slump, the National Cotton Council of America (NCC) knew that everyone would…
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Pakistan Sets All-Time Textile Exports Record
It was a year for the record books in Pakistan’s textile industry, with exports skyrocketing to $12.5 billion–an increase of…
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Indian Officials Warn Exporters: No Second Chances
Although the Indian government has agreed to allow the export of 6.5 million bales of cotton (170 kg) this season–a…
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Drama Begins in Construction of the 2012 Farm Bill
There are two “Monster in the Closet” type situations that will dramatically affect the writing of the 2012 Farm Bill:…
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International Students Converge On Memphis for ACSA Cotton School
The Commercial-Appeal Memphis, TN “We want to be sensible in our buying. That’s why I’m here,” said Amit Argarwal, who…
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Senate Votes to Abolish Ethanol Subsidy
Des Moines Register The Senate voted overwhelmingly to abolish the 30-year-old subsidy for corn ethanol, on June 16, a stunning,…
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Farmers’ Forecast Helps Growers with Mid-Year Management
Farmers have already seen numerous adverse weather trends this year that have had a major impact on the planting decisions…
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Plexus: Greek Economy Stunts Cotton Market
Plexus Cotton, ltd. New York futures continued to slide last week, as July dropped over 500 points. December fell almost…
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Increased Export Allowance Shocks the Indian Spinning Sector
The Indian government’s decision to allow a one million-bale increase to the cotton export limit has shocked the country’s cotton…