Fairtrade cotton is cotton that is produced following fair trade principles, which aim to improve the livelihoods of small-scale cotton farmers and workers by ensuring fair prices, better working conditions, and environmental sustainability. It is a certification system that guarantees that the cotton has been sourced ethically and sustainably.
all over Africa!
India is where a lot comes from.
# Fairtrade cotton - is cotton that has been grown (known as seed cotton before ginning) by farming groups that have been certified by the Fairtrade Labelling Organisation (FLO) against the Fairtrade Standard for Seed Cotton - which covers environmental, social and economic aspects. # As of June 2009 certified producers (ie farmer groups) are to be found in - Cameroon, Mali, Burkina Faso, Senegal, Egypt, Peru, India and Kyrgyzstan. Graham Burden Sustainable Textile Solutions Ltd (UK)
Fairtrade cotton was a new product range launched in summer 2009. This initiative aimed to support sustainable and ethical practices in the textile industry by ensuring fair compensation and working conditions for cotton farmers.
Seperated the seeds from the cotton.
Growing cotton uses a large amount of insecticides and pesticides. Runoff from the fields can harm the water supply. Cotton seeds are fed to cattle so it's possible to find trace amounts of chemicals in our food.
To remove seeds from cotton leafs
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Some potential disadvantages of buying Fairtrade products may include higher prices compared to non-certified products, limited availability of Fairtrade options depending on the product or market, and challenges in verifying the authenticity and impact of Fairtrade certification throughout the supply chain.
Organic Cotton Dots & Roses Duvet is made from 100% organic cotton using low eco-impact dyes. It is Eco-tex certified, so you can be sure it does not contain chemicals harmful to human health or the environment..
When cotton is thrown away, it can take a long time to break down in landfills due to its natural fibers. This can contribute to environmental pollution and waste accumulation. Recycling or composting cotton items is a more sustainable option to reduce their impact on the environment.