World Cotton Day 2024 | 09 Oct 2024

Source: PIB

On the occasion of World Cotton Day (7^th October 2024) the Ministry of Textiles jointly hosted the conference with Cotton Corporation of India and CITI focusing on the theme of "Megatrends Shaping Cotton Textile Value Chain”.

Aim:
- To promote the cotton textile industry and its contribution to the economy.
- To address challenges faced by the cotton value chain and explore solutions.
- To highlight the importance of sustainability and traceability in the cotton industry.
Key Highlights of Cotton Day:
- The government aims to achieve a textile export target of USD 100 billion by 2030.
- Adoption of practices like high-density planting, closer spacing, and drip fertigation can increase cotton yield.
- Weed management is a significant challenge for cotton farmers, which can be addressed through new seed varieties.
- The event showcased Kasturi cotton products, recycled textiles, and handloom products.
Few Facts About the Cotton Industry:
- India is the world's largest producer of cotton, accounting for about 23% of the world's cotton production.
- India is the world's second-largest exporter of cotton, after the United States. In 2023–2024.
- India's major cotton importers include Bangladesh, China, and Vietnam.