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Advanced sorting technologies including near infrared spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, RFID tagging, digital identification systems, and AI powered computer vision are revolutionizing textile recycling. These technologies enable automated material classification and processing at previously impossible scale and accuracy. These technologies address…

According to the “Next Generation Natural Fibers Market Report 2026-2036” published by Research and Markets, next generation material companies have received over $3 billion in investment since 2014. Robust demand for these materials, driven in part by major brands such…

The Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) has announced significant progress one year after becoming an externally verified standard. BCI revealed that more than 3,000 cotton farms and producer units have been certified, with over 30% of farms and producer units supplying…

According to a new report published by Valuates Reports, the global clothing and textile recycling market is projected to reach $20.2 billion by 2031, up from $13.6 billion in 2024. This increase represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of…

USB Certification organized a webinar titled “Digital Product Passport Solutions and Regulations (Textile, Recycling and Battery)” in collaboration with Beyond Barcode. The webinar, featuring Beyond Barcode CEO Suna Akbayır and USB Certification Technical and Assurance Director Emre Metin as speakers,…

USB Certification organized a comprehensive webinar on the Materials Matter Standard (MMS), which closely concerns recycling and value chain actors. The webinar, held on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at 10:00 AM with a presentation by USB Certification Technical and Quality…

IFS has launched the ‘IFS Local’ programme, designed specifically for small-scale producers. This new programme aims to make it easier for local businesses struggling to complete complex certification processes to work with large retailers. The structure, which allows producers to…

The lion’s share of Turkey’s agricultural investment strategy for 2026 has been allocated to irrigation projects. The programme, designed to minimise the effects of climate change and ensure sustainable food supply security, prioritises the efficient use of every drop of…

The European Union and India have successfully concluded their long-running Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations, reaching a historic agreement. This comprehensive agreement aims to facilitate trade in goods and services by significantly reducing customs duties between the world’s two largest…

The new regulation published in the Official Gazette dated 18 January 2026 updates the Specifications for Food Additives. Industry stakeholders must align their operational processes with these new technical criteria. Key Highlights: A compliance period until 1 March 2026 has…