natural fibers
Designers Can Cut Microplastics: Cotton Incorporated Study Finds Apparel Drives 14 Percent of Plastic Pollution
Microplastics have the potential to become a greater headache for an apparel industry too dependent upon…
Engineering Cotton for Maximum Sustainability and Efficiencies
Innovative cotton R&D advances sustainability with biodegradable fabrics, efficiency and durability.
Spinnova Buys Suzano, Woodspin Shares for $2
Spinnova buys all Woodspin and Suzano Finland shares—and secures exclusivity rights on wood-based fiber—as…
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Woodspin Worries: Suzano Suspends Spinnova Support
Cellulose producer Suzano halts investing further into Woodspin's future. Negotiations with Spinnova for…
Reaching 2025’s Health-Minded Consumer with ‘Plant-Based’ Apparel
As folks contend with their New Year's resolutions, they might also consider a new element to their health…
Spinnova, Suzano Postpone Production Facility
Despite a rocky journey, Spinnova said the joint venture with Suzano is still moving forward—with an updated…
One Plant, Many Possibilities: Soy’s Growing Potential for Fashion Production
Soybeans are a versatile ingredient for the fashion industry, and increasingly material innovators and brands…
Spinnova’s First-Half Sales Take a Slide
The textile fiber firm's financial performance during the first half of the year was "as expected," even…
Valmet to Exclusively Supply Fiber Tech for Spinnova
Spinnova names Valmet its exclusive partner for fiber processing equipment, aiming to boost tech sales, lower…
Here’s Why Earth Day Could Bring More Natural Fibers to Fashion
Earth Day will be celebrated April 22, and this year the organization behind the movement is focusing on…
Spinnova Sales Sink, Restructuring Ahead
Spinnova details job cuts, C-Suite shakeups, and a new focus on tech in an attempt to reverse its fortunes…
New York Pol Touts State’s Natural Fiber Potential
In line with New York Fashion Week, Governor Kathy Hochul announced a state workgroup's recommendations for…
Consumers Want More Natural Fibers. Here’s How to Innovate & Give Them What They Want
Most U.S. consumers say cotton, denim and cotton blends are their favorite fabrics, according to Cotton…
Spinnova Gearing Up for Eucalyptus-Based Raw Material Rollout
The Finnish fiber maker and its raw materials partner Suzano are on track to deliver its Woodspin factory's…
Newest Innovations in Natural Fibers Stand to Grow Home Textile Market
Cotton Incorporated's newest technology, RESTech COTTON™, can help brands connect with consumers on…