Cotton output set to fall as costs and climate pressure grows (opens in new tab)

WASHINGTON – Global production is forecast to decline in 2026/27 as rising input costs, drought and competition from man-made fibres weigh on the sector. This is according to the International Cotton Advisory Committee (ICAC). ICAC said world cotton area is projected to fall by 1 per cent to 30.1 million hectares, while production is expected [...] The post appeared first on .