Celebrating Five Years of World Cotton Day: A Global Tribute to Agriculture's Most Versatile Crop
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Fifth anniversary of World Cotton Day |
| Date | October 7, 2024 |
| Significance | Honors cotton's role in textiles, medical supplies, animal feed, and edible oil production |
| Origin | Initiated by "Cotton Four" nations (Burkina Faso, Benin, Chad, Mali) and other African cotton-producing countries |
| First Celebration | October 7, 2019, Geneva |
| Historical Context | Cotton's importance surged during the Industrial Revolution in Britain |
| Global Organizations | WTO, UNCTAD, ICAC, ITC collaborate on cotton by-products |
| Global Leadership | India is the largest cotton producer; most production in developing nations |
| Objectives | Raise awareness, highlight opportunities, promote sustainable practices, improve production and quality of life |
| Cotton Fabrics | Chambray, Muslin, Terry Cloth, Sateen, Denim, Corduroy |