Brazilian cotton production reaches new heights in 2023-24 season
The Brazilian cotton sector is experiencing a successful 2023-24 growing season, with production reaching 17,089,252 bales. This figure is a testament of the hard work and dedication of Brazilian cotton farmers, as well as the industry's commitment to quality, traceability, and sustainability.
The Brazilian Association of Cotton Producers (ABRAPA) and the Brazilian Cotton Growers Association (CBRA) have released a quality report detailing the 2023-24 season's achievement. The report highlights the significant role played by the High-Volume Instrument (HVI) labs in analyzing 100 per cent of Brazilian cotton production. With 12 classing labs and 83 HVI machines across the country, the labs ensure that Brazilian cotton meets the highest quality standards.
Key quality indicators
The quality report provides detailed statistics on various fibre properties, including micronaire, strength, length, uniformity, short fibre index, reflectance, and yellowness. The data is presented in the form of graphs and tables, allowing for a comprehensive understanding of the quality of Brazilian cotton.
Table: Quality indicators of Brazilian cotton
|
Indicator |
2019/2020 |
2020/2021 |
2021/2022 |
2022/2023 |
2023/2024* |
|
Micronaire (3.50-4.90) |
46.99% |
56.59% |
54.91% |
50.17% |
29.63% |
|
Strength (>28 g/tex) |
74.23% |
75.19% |
75.47% |
75.34% |
76.53% |
|
Length (>1.11 inches) |
57.28% |
54.66% |
49.75% |
59.38% |
60.89% |
|
Uniformity (>80%) |
73.06% |
71.44% |
71.59% |
73.19% |
68.53% |
|
Short Fiber Index (<10%) |
58.34% |
60.38% |
51.67% |
56.11% |
58.90% |
|
Reflectance (>75%) |
61.85% |
45.02% |
53.21% |
57.48% |
68.48% |
|
Yellowness (<9) |
40.92% |
29.13% |
35.25% |
39.54% |
42.25% |
The table shows, key quality metrics, such as strength, length, and uniformity, have seen consistent improvement. For instance, fiber strength exceeding 28 g/tex improved from 75.34 per cent in 2022-23 to 76.53 per cent in 2023-24, while fiber length surpassing 1.11 inches increased to 60.89 per cent from 59.38 per cent. This growth reflect the sector's dedication to refining production techniques and investing in advanced technologies.
The Brazilian cotton industry is committed to sustainable practices, as evidenced by the Responsible Brazilian Cotton (ABR) program. This program promotes environmentally friendly and socially responsible cotton production methods. The industry's focus on sustainability ensures that Brazilian cotton is not only of high quality but also produced in a manner that respects the environment and the communities involved in its production.
Marketing and export
Brazil is a major player in the global cotton market, with its cotton exported to various countries. The ‘Cotton Brazil’ campaign is actively promoting Brazilian cotton in the international market, highlighting its quality and sustainability credentials. The campaign aims to strengthen Brazil's position as a reliable and sustainable cotton supplier to the world.
The 2023-24 season's success is a testament to the Brazilian cotton industry's commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation. With its strong infrastructure, dedicated workforce, and focus on responsible production, the Brazilian cotton industry is well-positioned to continue its growth and success in the years to come.