Developments in Precision Agriculture
Precision agriculture is changing the way farmers all over the world do business. It seems to be moving at lightning speed, too, with exciting new updates every year. Let’s take […]
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Advancements in Sustainable Cotton
Cotton and sustainability go hand in hand. Not only is cotton a sustainable fiber as a naturally biodegradable, compostable and renewable resource, but also the U.S. cotton industry is making […]
The History of Tampons
For ages, women have preferred tampons over other menstrual products because of their ease, convenience, and comfort. In fact, the average woman uses as many as 16,800 tampons over the […]
Exploring Ag Robotics
“Ag robotics” refers to the application of robots in agriculture, often used to automate slow, repetitive, and dull tasks for farmers. The robots, which are often called “agbots” or “agribots” […]
The Use of HyDri® Cotton in Feminine Care and Baby Care
The world of feminine hygiene and baby care products has not always been a happy one. Consumer research (from Cotton Incorporated and other industry stakeholders) has shown that women, many […]
Blockchain, Transparency, and the Future of Nonwovens
Sir Francis Bacon was the first person attributed with saying, “Knowledge is power.” What was true in 1597 is certainly even truer still today! The fact that knowledge is power […]
The Eco-Friendliness of Hydrogen Peroxide
People expect their cotton to be white. In fact, they want it very white, especially when it’s used in medical and nonwoven hygiene products. You may already be picturing a […]
Cotton Ginning Continues to Hold Influential Position in Cotton Industry
The history of cotton ginning is a fascinating one. While many of us learn in history classes about inventor Eli Whitney’s breakthrough design for the modern cotton gin, most of […]
Manufacturers Turn to Natural Fibers to Meet Demand for Sustainability in Wipes
As with many businesses, the wipes sector is facing challenges on multiple fronts. Of particular concern for many discerning consumers and environmentally-focused companies is how the industry is striving to […]
Purification Made Simple
After cotton is harvested from the fields and is initially cleaned in the ginning process, it must be further cleaned and prepared for its use in the production of nonwoven […]