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Ghana’s Government Working on Policy to Revitalize Cotton

The Ministry of Trade and Industry takes steps, including the education of growers, to revive cotton production and support the domestic textile industry.

Kenyan Cotton Estimates Explode on Anticipation of Bt Cotton

Production projections could see a 500 percent increase if regulations permitting the use of genetically modified seed are enacted this month.

Tanzania to Triple Cotton Output through Introduction of Bt

Government initiatives and friendlier financing mechanisms will contribute to expansion in cotton cultivation.

Small Tanzanian Cotton Growers Missing Out on Historically High Prices

Although cotton prices are at historically high levels, the majority of peasant farmers have nothing left to sell.

African Cotton Association Holds Congress, Elects New Officers

The African Cotton Association celebrated its 8th Annual Congress in Yaoundé, Cameroon, in March, with more than 125 people in attendance.

ITC Announces Events Promoting African Cotton

Training sessions in China, Bangladesh and Vietnam aim to encourage long-term relationships with African cotton producers, ginners and salespeople.

Finding Their Place

A viable cotton industry is socially and economically critical to French-speaking Africa