Cotton
China purchased roughly 53 million bushels of new-crop soybeans as U.S. corn demand also remained solid.
USDA reports a sharp decline in premium cotton use as domestic mills continue relying heavily on synthetic fiber.
Nearshoring and supply chain transparency are reshaping sourcing decisions for apparel brands.
The Dutch denim brand’s collapse highlights the financial challenges facing circular fashion and cotton manufacturing.
Experts say slower replacement cycles are shifting the focus from fashion trends to supply chain profitability.
Industry officials say rainfall will be critical as harvest expands northward.
Industry leaders warn Brazil’s growing export presence could have lasting effects on U.S. cotton.
Industry officials say the move could lead to additional purchases of U.S. cotton in the coming months.
Strong new-crop soybean demand and rising corn shipments provided the clearest support in an otherwise mixed report.
University of Illinois researchers say loss ratios and indemnity patterns remained consistent with previous years.