A new report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office examines policy options to advance a textile circular economy through increased reuse, repair and recycling. The report identifies potential economic and environmental benefits, along with challenges...

The U.S. Department of Commerce announced that its SelectUSA program has helped secure more than $280 billion in foreign direct investment during the Trump administration, surpassing the $255 billion recorded during all previous program years combined since 2011....

Cotton Incorporated brought together textile and apparel industry leaders for its Cotton Sustainability Summit, held Sept. 28-30 in San Diego, to examine challenges and opportunities shaping the future of cotton. Discussions focused on science-based sustainability...

Renaissance Fiber has secured approximately $2.24 million in financing to complete and operate its first commercial-scale hemp fiber processing facility in Mocksville, N.C. The funding will support manufacturing infrastructure, raw material purchases and the company's...

U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers, chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, visited North Carolina State University to explore advanced research and technologies supporting national defense. During his visit, Rogers toured facilities at the Wilson College of Textiles and...

Unifi Inc. and polyester filament yarn manufacturers across North and Central America have launched YarnProof™, an industrywide initiative designed to provide physical verification of yarn origin throughout the supply chain. Powered by FibreTrace technology, the...