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Fabric Fact or Fiction: Unraveling the Myths Related to Cotton...

by Jesse Daystar | Oct 14, 2024 | Cotton Facts

The use of fertilizers, pesticides, and water in agriculture isn’t inherently negative. The key to using these resources is to help ensure their efficient, safe, and responsible utilization. One size does not fit all: There are great regional differences within...

The Urgency of Addressing Plastic Pollution in the Apparel Industry

by Jesse Daystar | Jul 15, 2024 | Microfibers

Plastic Pollution from Apparel: The global apparel industry generated an estimated 8.3 million tons of plastic pollution in 2019, accounting for 14% of the total plastic pollution from all sectors.1 Synthetic Clothing Dominance: Synthetic Clothing as the Main Culprit:...

Cotton: The Biodegradable Choice

by Jesse Daystar | May 9, 2023 | Video, Circularity

Learn how quickly cotton biodegrades versus other fibers with Dr. Jesse Daystar, Chief Sustainability Officer at Cotton Incorporated. Biodegradability of apparel is crucial for reducing waste, conserving resources, and minimizing environmental impact. Cotton can decompose under the right conditions it doesn’t contribute to microplastic pollution.