The Modern Cotton Story

Hear from Marshall Hardwick, a leading cotton grower, about the challenges faced by farmers to produce quality, sustainable crops. Our fascinating discussion covers what it means to be sustainable, as well as ways in which farmers and apparel brands can find ways of working together. For Mr. Hardwick, measurable business practices, transparency, and a commitment to the future underscores the central tenets successful cotton farming today. This is an enlightening program with one of the country’s most innovative growers. Hosted by Ray Daniels of BASF, and interviewed by Bob Antoshak, Gherzi Textile Organization.

Hear from a leading expert in the field of corporate social responsibility (CSR), David Uricoli, CSR Consultant, as we discuss how manufacturers, brands and retailers look to transparency and accountability in their supply chains. For Mr. Uricoli, many brands have learned the hard way over the years that CSR is a required approach to business where worker rights, sustainable production, and transparency are upheld and nurtured. In this enlightening program, we discuss not only discuss the importance of sustainability, but how CSR became so important for so many companies in the clothing industry and how CSR will become even more important in the future. This is a fascinating program with one of the leading CSR specialists in the world. Hosted by Ray Daniels of BASF, and interviewed by Bob Antoshak, Gherzi Textile Organization.

Hear from a leading engineer, Mike Rodriguez, Textile Engineering Consultant, as we discuss many of the latest innovations in the cotton and textile industries. For Mr. Rodriguez, it’s an exciting time to be in textiles as there’s so much change and opportunity while at the same time new innovations have helped cotton to maintain its status as a preferred fiber for textile mills globally. In this important program, we also discuss the importance of sustainability, and the role new technologies play in realizing sustainability goals in the industry. This is a fascinating program with one of the leading textile technologists in the world. Hosted by Ray Daniels of BASF, and interviewed by Bob Antoshak, Gherzi Textile Organization.

Hear from leading sustainability expert, Jessica Monserrate, PhD, Head of Sustainability North America for BASF as we discuss what’s necessary to define success in sustainability. For Ms. Monserrate, success is defined as applying scientific and real-world innovation to solving the challenging problems facing farmers today as they adopt sound sustainability practices. With more than ten years’ experience in R&D, Ms. Monserrate explains how metrics can be developed and strategies adopted by farmers committed to environmental stewardship. In this important program, we also define sustainability, outline proactive steps that the cotton industry can take to demonstrate its commitment to sustainability, and how BASF works to support industry sustainability initiatives. This is a fascinating program with one of the leading agricultural sustainability experts in the world. Hosted by Ray Daniels of BASF, and interviewed by Bob Antoshak, Gherzi Textile Organization.

Listen to Mr. Neeper as he discusses many of the challenges facing U.S. cotton growers as a new harvest gains momentum. He also focuses on the problems faced by farmers and textile mills as retailers struggle with considerable inventory and weakening consumer demand which, in turn, has resulted in slower sales of textiles throughout the supply chain. Our lively program also discusses the competitive challenges faced by cotton from synthetic fibers, as well as the impact of global market conditions, and the outlook for cotton as a quality product for apparel brands and retailers. This is a fascinating program with one of the leading cotton analysts in the world. Hosted by Ray Daniels of BASF, and interviewed by Bob Antoshak, Gherzi Textile Organization.

Join us for a terrific program this week as we discuss made-in-america, sustainability, the economy, and changing consumer attitude with Pat Stewart, President of The General Standard (thegeneralstandard.com), a Los Angeles-based apparel company. In this podcast, we cover a wide range of topics including what Mr. Stewart sees as the major challenges facing the apparel industry as it grapples with sustainability and a challenging economy. Additionally, we ask Mr. Stewart if he feels made in America has advantages in sustainable production due to shorter supply chains compared to carbon-intensive global supply chains employed by much of the apparel industry today. This podcast is not to be missed. So, join us to learn more about sustainability and made in America. Hosted by Ray Daniels of BASF, and interviewed by Bob Antoshak, Gherzi Textile Organization.

Join us for an insightful podcast this week as we discuss sustainability, ESG, transparency, and environmental stewardship with a leading advocate of sustainable practices, Roian Atwood. Mr. Atwood has many years of experience in promoting and implementing sustainability programs throughout the apparel supply chain, from farm to fashion. In this podcast, we cover a wide range of topics including what he sees as the major challenges facing the apparel industry as it grapples with sustainability, greenwashing, and ESG (Environmental Social Governance). Additionally, we ask Mr. Atwood about the best practices that farmers, brands, and retailers should adopt to promote and nurture sustainability. We also discuss Mr. Atwood’s new role in the food industry and how that industry embraces sustainability. This podcast is not to be missed. So, join us to learn more about sustainability and environmental initiatives, and the positive impact such initiatives not only have on the planet but on businesses throughout the apparel supply chain. Hosted by Ray Daniels of BASF, and interviewed by Bob Antoshak, Gherzi Textile Organization.

Join us for an important podcast this week as we discuss the U.S. cotton situation with industry leader, Kevin Brinkley, President & CEO of Plains Cotton Cooperative Association (PCCA). Mr. Brinkley has many years of experience in risk management, strategic analysis, and policy issues affecting the cotton business. In this podcast, we cover a wide range of topics including the Texas drought, its impact on U.S. cotton production, available supply, and implications for the cotton industry. We also discuss the impact the drought is having on the industry’s ongoing sustainability efforts. Additionally, we ask Mr. Brinkley about the challenges confronting farmers as they cope with an uncertain market this season brought about by macro-economic forces, like inflation, along with volatile cotton prices, and competition with synthetic fibers. So, join us to learn more about the U.S. cotton market from a leading authority and gain insight into how farmers throughout the cotton belt meet the challenge of a demanding market. Hosted by Ray Daniels of BASF, and interviewed by Bob Antoshak, Gherzi Textile Organization.

Join us for a very special podcast this week as we introduce Ray Daniels, Sustainability Manager for North America Seeds at BASF, and the new manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton program. Mr. Daniels has many years of experience as a marketer in agriculture, along with a deep knowledge of sustainability, as well the markets for cotton and other agricultural products. In this podcast, we ask Mr. Daniels about the challenges facing farmers and how the e3 cotton program makes a difference. Faced with an uncertain market this season, farmers face fluctuating prices and unpredictable demand for their crops. Macro-economic forces, like inflation, along problems caused by drought, and global competition, all add up to a season that has already tested growers — and the crop isn’t even harvested yet. Growers searching for solutions — and that's where BASF steps in. So, join us to learn more about how the e3 Sustainable Cotton program can and does make a difference for hundreds of farmers across the United States. What’s more, learn about Mr. Daniels’ future goals and objectives for the e3 program, and how sustainability in particular plays a central role in BASF’s approach to agriculture. Hosted by Rachel Walters of BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Welcome to a special episode of “The Modern Cotton Story” as we discuss a new environmental partnership between BASF and the conservation organization Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever to help farmers and ranchers achieve sustainability objectives on private lands, while supporting habitat improvements, public access, and outdoor education on a national scale. Our guest is Rachel Bush, Conservation Programs Manager at Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever. We’re excited to have Rachel with us to discuss our new partnership, as well explain the role her organization plays in promoting sustainability and environmental conservation. Pheasants Forever and Quality Forever has more than 400 people working in the fields with growers of all sorts of crops, including cotton. When partnered with BASF, the conservation efforts of Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever becomes even more important to farmers throughout the United States. This is an enlightening podcast and outlines the importance of new partnerships and initiatives in sustainable agriculture. Please, have a listen! Hosted by Rachel Walters of BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

From fluctuating prices, to uneven demand for their crops, U.S. farmers are facing many challenges this year. Macro-economic forces, like inflation, while problems caused by drought, and global competition, all add up to a year that has already tested growers in a variety of ways. These problems have growers searching for solutions — and that's where BASF steps in. So, join us to learn more about these challenges and solutions offered by BASF for domestic growers with Bryan Perry, the recently appointed U.S. Head of Seeds & Traits at BASF. Mr. Perry has a great background in agriculture, with deep experience in working with growers to overcome the hurdles of farming today. Listen to his insights for how BASF makes a difference for farmers today — and for tomorrow. Tune in to learn more! Hosted by Rachel Walters of BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

The cotton, textile, and apparel industries are navigating rough waters these days. First there was the pandemic, but now changing trade policies, a major war in Europe, and other growing geopolitical tensions challenge the industries in many ways. So, join us to learn more about these challenges and the implications for domestic producers and global sourcing with Jennifer Knight, the newly appointed Deputy Secretary of Commerce Deputy for Textiles, Consumer Goods and Materials, and head of the Office of Textiles and Apparel (OTEXA), based in Washington, DC. Secretary Knight has a background in textile manufacturing, as well as her responsibilities at OTEXA. Listen to her insights for how the cotton, textile, and apparel industries should adapt to a changing world, as well as understanding government trade policies, and shifts in demand for everything from raw materials (like cotton) to finished clothing. Tune in to learn more! Hosted by Rachel Walters of BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

FiberMax Cotton turns 25 this year, a milestone in the cotton industry, and a landmark for quality cotton. Join us to learn about the history of FiberMax Cotton with Mark Kelling, Area Manager for the Southwest at BASF, as he explains the importance of FiberMax cotton seed to growers across the American farm belt — and how FiberMax has been particularly important to growers in Texas and Arizona. Mark has a deep and storied career in the cotton business and FiberMax cotton seed. Listen to how the cotton industry has changed over the years and how FiberMax cotton seed has helped growers by providing important innovation and high-quality cotton varieties year in and year out. Also, learn how FiberMax Cotton has become so important to textile mills around the world. This is a great conversation with a leading expert on the cotton business. Want to learn more about cotton? Then don't miss this week's podcast. Hosted by Rachel Walters of BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

The cotton, textile, and apparel industries face significant challenges. The aftermath of the pandemic, changing trade policies, shifting sourcing patterns, economic uncertainty, and growing geopolitical concerns challenges the industries in ways not seen for many years. Join us to learn more about the issues at stake and the implications for domestic manufacturing and global sourcing with Kim Glas, the President & CEO of the National Council of Textiles Organizations (NCTO), the leading U.S. textile association based in Washington, DC. Listen to how the cotton, textile, and apparel industries have worked to adapt to new business paradigms, price inflation, government trade policies, and shifts in demand for everything from raw materials, like cotton, to finished clothing sold in retail stores. This is an insightful discussion with one of the leading government affairs and trade policy experts in the global textile industry. Tune in to learn more! Hosted by Rachel Walters of BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Stoneville Cotton turns 100 this year, a milestone in the cotton industry. Join us to learn about the history of Stoneville Cotton with Don Threet, Cotton Operations Manager at BASF, as he explains the importance Stoneville cotton seed has had to growers across the the entire American farm belt. Don is the distinguished leader of the Stoneville brand at BASF. Listen to how the cotton industry has changed over the years and how Stoneville Cotton has been in step with growers by providing important innovation and high-yielding, quality cotton varieties year in and year out. A great conversation with a leading expert on the cotton business. Want to learn more about cotton? Then don't miss this week's podcast. Hosted by Rachel Walters of BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Join us for a fascinating discussion about the global cotton markets with Kip Butts, a well-known and respected cotton economist and analyst, as he talks about the global markets for cotton — including the global supply and demand situation for cotton, and the outlook for cotton as it continues to compete for marketshare with synthetic fibers. Listen to how the cotton industry has coped with the challenges of the pandemic, supply chain woes, difficult trade relations between countries, as well as the industry's prospects in the coming years. A great conversation with one of the world’s leading experts on the cotton market. This week’s podcast should not be missed. Hosted by Rachel Walters of BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Join us for a dynamic conversation with well-known and respected economist Dr. Sheng Lu, Associate Professor of Fashion & Apparel Studies at the University of Delaware, as he discusses the challenges and opportunities facing brands and retailers sourcing apparel from the CAFTA-DR region. According to Dr. Lu, sourcing from the CAFTA-DR region has many benefits, such as speed to market, but challenges remain including the controversial yarn-forward rule of origin required by the region’s free trade agreement with the United States which limits the ability of many companies to fully utilize the region as a sourcing hub. This is an engaging podcast about apparel sourcing from a leading expert in the industry. Also, listen to how the global apparel industry is working to overcome the challenges of the pandemic, supply chain woes, difficult trade relations between countries, as well as the prospects of sourcing from the CAFTA-DR region in the coming years. This week’s podcast is not to be missed. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Join us for a fascinating discussion with respected textile leader, Amrin Sachathep, Managing Director of Atlantic Mills (Thailand), as he describes the state of the global textile industry, its challenges and opportunities. According to Mr. Sachathep, the industry is recovering from the economic shock of the pandemic, but challenges remain for the industry to overcome. This is an enlightening podcast about global textiles from a leading expert in the denim industry. Listen to how the global industry is working to overcome the challenges of the pandemic, supply chain woes, difficult trade relations between countries, as well as the industry's prospects in the coming years. This week’s podcast is not to be missed. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Join us for a stimulating discussion with Auggie Tantillo, former CEO of Washington, DC-based National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), and a leading industry consultant, as he describes the state of America's textile industry. According to Mr. Tantillo, the industry is strong, made up of vibrant companies with world-class yarn, fabric and textile manufacturing. This is an enlightening podcast all about U.S. textiles from a leading expert in the textile industry. Listen to how the American industry has evolved during the age of Covid and changing trade relations, and what the industry's prospects will be in coming years. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Join us for a preview of the 2022 cotton crop with leading agronomists Luke Etheredge and Will Groover of BASF. Indeed, cotton planting has just started in parts of the U.S., so it’s a very busy time for farmers across the American farm belt. Listen to an update from Luke and Will as they discuss the challenges faced by farmers this year. This is an enlightening podcast all about cotton from experts who “live”cotton every day. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

We have an important podcast this week as we host a discussion about government forced labor policy with Eric Choy, Acting Executive Director, Trade Remedy Law Enforcement, Office of Trade at U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). He has worked in the government policy arena for many years, and has had a career in the U.S. military. Today, Mr. Choy directs CBP’s forced labor enforcement activities. During our insightful discussion with Mr. Choy, we covered a range of policy issues including U.S. government policy concerning imported products made by forced labor, how the government enforces prohibitions against the importation of such products, as well as the mechanics of enforcing government policy. Our discussion covered topics including Withhold Release Orders (WRO), efforts to enforce the import ban on products exported to the U.S. from the Xinjiang province of China proven to be made with forced labor, along with new technologies to track the movement of raw materials throughout the Asian textile supply chain. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Hear all the latest about the e3 Sustainable Cotton program from Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager at BASF and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program. Said Crumpler, “We have so many new things going on with the program in 2022.”

For this week’s podcast, we have a far-ranging and important discussion with Crispin Argento, Managing Director of The Sourcery (thesourcery.io), about apparel supply chain transparency. Mr. Argento passionately discusses the importance of protecting and educating cotton farmers throughout the world so they can make a decent living growing their crops in an environmentally-friendly way, while also ensuring the cotton they grow is accurately traced throughout the apparel supply chain. Mr. Argento was recently quoted in a high-profile article in The NY Times entitled, “That Organic Cotton T-Shirt May Not Be as Organic as You Think,” where the accuracy of organic cotton claims made by some apparel brands were questioned, along with highlighting costs unfairly carried by some cotton farmers in support of a supply chain that often cares more about marketing than facts. In fact, the lack of a true transparent supply chain from cotton to finished apparel prompted Mr. Argento to establish The Sourcery, a consultancy specializing in supply chain transparency, sustainable production, and farmer advocacy. Mr. Argento is also COO of FibreTrace, a firm specializing in physical and digital transparency for farmers and consuming companies in the textile supply chain. This is an important program for anyone interested in sustainability, supply chain transparency, and support of cotton farmers. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

We have an enlightening and informative podcast this week as we host a discussion about the global textile industry with Navdeep Sodhi, a partner with the Gherzi Textil Organisation, the well-known Zurich-based global textile and apparel consulting firm. He has worked in the textile industry for many years, and is a leading expert on cotton, textiles, and made-up products like apparel. He’s also an expert in economic analysis, market research, and strategic planning. During our fascinating discussion, Mr. Sodhi expressed his outlook for the textile and apparel industry in the future, while also discussing the impact the pandemic has had on accelerating change. He believes inflation will be a short-to-medium term problem for the industry. Also he outlines other economic factors directly affecting the industry today and tomorrow — including the digitalization of supply chains. This is an important program for anyone in the fiber, textile and apparel supply chain. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

We have an important podcast this week as we host a discussion about government trade policy with Bill Jackson, Assistant U.S. Trade Representative for Textiles . He has worked in government for many years, and is a leading expert of textile trade policy having worked on agreements such as the USMCA (the United-States-Mexico-Canada Agreement), the successor to NAFTA, and AGOA (the African Growth & Opportunity Act). Mr. Jackson has also worked at the State Department as a Foreign Service Officer. During our fascinating discussion with Mr. Jackson, we covered a range of policy issues including the functioning of the USMCA, the importance of rules of origin in support of such agreements, and government policy regarding forced labor. Further, we discussed government policy regarding supply chain and port bottlenecks that have plagued the apparel industry since the outbreak of Covid-19. We also discussed near-shoring, and the prospects for the textile and apparel industries in the future. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

We have a terrific podcast this week as we talk cotton and economics with Dr. Louis Rose, the respected cotton and commodities analyst who is the Director of Research & Analysis at the Rose Commodity Group. He has worked in the cotton industry for many years and publishes a popular daily newsletter on the cotton markets, as well as maintaining an industry-leading database of predictive market analytics. During our discussion with Dr. Rose, we covered a wide range of topics including the importance of changing demographics on cotton consumption, both in terms of aging populations and diminished population growth in countries like China and the United States. Further, we discussed various challenges facing the cotton industry today, the outlook for 2022, competition from synthetics fibers, and how the pandemic has affected demand for cotton around the world. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

We have a very exciting podcast this week as we hosted La Rhea Pepper, CEO and Co-Founder of Textile Exchange, the influential nonprofit dedicated to industry advocacy, standards for preferred raw materials used in textile supply chains, development of industry data, and actionable metrics for brands and retailers. During our discussion with Ms. Pepper, we covered a wide range of topics including a definition of “preferred” fibers and the role of Textile Exchange in the industry. Further, we discussed various challenges facing the industry today — such as efficient ways for companies to embrace sustainable production, the development of sound standards, and the use of data and insights to enable brands and retailers to measure, manage, and track their usage of fibers and materials. Finally, we discussed the problem of “greenwashing” in textile supply chains, along with ways of distinguishing fact from marketing and metrics from spin. This week’s program is an essential and insightful conversation with Ms. Pepper, a farmer and leading advocate for sustainability initiatives throughout the farm-textile-apparel supply chain.

We had a special podcast this week as we hosted Steve Lamar, President & CEO of the American Apparel and Footwear Association, for an enlightening discussion about the rapidly changing global apparel industry. We tackled topics including various challenges facing the industry today and tomorrow — such as problems at the ports and ensuing supply chain bottlenecks, trade agreements, environmental sustainability, and working to bring all industry stakeholders together to try and solve these and other problems facing the industry. We also discussed the impact of the Covid pandemic on the industry, and how it has changed the apparel business. We also had a fascinating discussion about near-shoring and re-shoring, or as Mr. Lamar puts it, “new-shoring,” as many of the new textile and apparel businesses launched in the U.S. in recent years are very different from legacy companies that dominated the domestic industry in years past. This is an important and insightful conversation with Mr. Lamar, an accomplished writer, former Peace Corp volunteer, experienced legislative and trade policy expert, who today leads the major apparel and footwear association in Washington. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

For this week's podcast, we had an engaging discussion with Trinidad Garcia, President and CEO of Trinidad3, a jeans and apparel maker based in Los Angeles. We covered an extensive range of topics including the challenges of creating a new brand from scratch, made-in-America production, and the importance of sustainability. Additionally, we discussed the impact of the Covid on the industry, and how it affected Trinidad3 as a company. We also had a fascinating discussion about re-shoring and if it’s a temporary or permanent trend. This is a terrific conversation with Mr. Garcia, former U.S. marine, apparel maker, and passionate advocate of domestic manufacturing. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

For this week's podcast, we had an amazing discussion with Eric Henry, President and CEO of TS Designs, an apparel maker in Burlington, NC. We covered a wide range of topics including supply chain transparency, sustainability, made-America production, and “dirt-to-shirt” manufacturing partnerships with cotton farmers. Additionally, we discussed the impact of the Covid on the industry, and how TS Designs met the challenge of making face masks early in the pandemic as part of a U.S. textile and apparel initiative to supply masks to the U.S. government and private companies. These masks, in turn, represented a shift from t-shirts, the company's core product, to meet the crisis of the pandemic. This is an important and fascinating discussion with Mr. Henry, a keen businessman, strategic thinker, and passionate advocate of domestic manufacturing. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

For this week's podcast, we had a special interview with Kerry Bannigan, Executive Director of The Fashion Impact Fund, and Lucie Brigham, Chief of Office at the United Nations Office for Partnerships. Together Ms. Bannigan and Ms. Brigham have coordinated their efforts to help the global fashion industry to be more sustainable. During our not-to-be-missed interview, we examine a wide range of issues facing today’s textile and apparel industries including the importance of sustainability from both the practical level industry production, supply and distribution, to policy initiatives to help guide the industry to better, more equitable ways of conducting business. Additionally, we discuss their joint initiative at the Conscious Fashion and Lifestyle Network to bring about positive change in the textile and apparel industry around the world and to help the industry to be better stewards of the planet’s environment. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

For this week's podcast, we had an important and far-reaching discussion with Edward Hertzman, Founder and Publisher of the leading online publication, SourcingJournal.com. We explore an extensive range of issues facing today’s textile and apparel industries including supply chain disruptions, the importance of sustainability, the sales outlook for this year’s holiday season, trade relations between China and the U.S., and future challenges facing the industry, as well as many other topics of great importance to companies operating throughout the entire textile supply chain. Additionally, we discussed the impact of Covid on the industry and the ongoing changes seen in the industry as a result of the pandemic. This is a podcast not to be missed. Mr. Hertzman is publisher of one of the most influential publications in the textile and apparel industry today. His knowledge of the business and insights into the forces affecting the industry today and in the future are second to none. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

For this week's podcast, we had a terrific discussion with Mauro Scalia, the Director of Sustainable Businesses at the European textile organization, EURATEX. We covered a wide range of topics including with the importance of sustainability to so many companies in Europe and around the world, EURATEX’s efforts to encourage sustainable environmental practices, and various challenges faced by the textile industry. Additionally, we discussed the impact of Covid on the industry, the role sustainability as a business strategy, and the ongoing changes seen in the industry. This is an important and fascinating discussion with Mr. Scalia, a leader in sustainability and representative of the major textile trade organization in Europe. Far reaching and insightful, Mr. Scalia’s perspective represents decades of experience in Brussels and the textile industry. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

For this week's podcast, we had an informative discussion with textile industry consultant and former CEO of NCTO, Auggie Tantillo, about trade policy, new developments in government policies, and the changing relations between the U.S. and China. Indeed, this week’s discussion pulled no punches regarding U.S. government policies related to the textile and apparel industries. We discussed updates regarding CAFTA and regional trade agreements, as well as broader trade issues related to sourcing from Asia including possible implications of forced labor in the Xinjiang province of China. Far reaching and insightful, Auggie’ perspective represents decades of experience in Washington and the textile industry. He offers thoughtful advice about many of the problems plaguing the industry today and its prospects for improvement tomorrow. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

For this week's podcast, we enjoyed visiting with Alex Helander, a consultant and Associate Professor at the Parson’s School of Design in New York City. Our discussion covered a wide range of topics where not only learned about Alex’s career beginning literally on factory floors of manufacturers throughout the U.S., to his experience with major brands and retailers, like Ralph Lauren and the Limited. Alex also shared his insight into the current state of the industry and its possible future, as well as the importance that technology will play in the marketing of products to consumers. This is a fascinating conversation with a leading consultant and industry veteran — a great discussion for people throughout the fiber-textile-apparel supply chain. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

For this week's podcast, we had the pleasure of interviewing Thom Boehm, who not only works for knitting company Stansfield Ltd in Nova Scotia, but is an influential blogger on LinkedIn. With a large and engaged following of industry professionals, Thom Boehm writes about all sorts of things on LinkedIn. One day he may discuss the intricacies of running a knitting machine. The next day, Thom may discuss world events. Yet on another day, when he may write about friends and family. Thom’s perspective of the textile industry is directly from the factory floor. He’s seen changes come and go, but offers sage advice about many of the problems plaguing the industry today and its prospects for improvement tomorrow. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Listen to a special episode of our podcast series entitled “Authors and Editors Talk About Textiles and Sustainability,” with Virginia Postrel, author of the recently published book “The Fabric of Civilization: How Textiles Made the World,” an important new history of textiles. From its earliest development in ancient times, through to the industrial revolution, on to today, Virginia takes us on a journey of adventure where we learn about how the ubiquity of textiles holds great significance in how society developed. As she explains, technology played an important role in the use of textiles in various forms around the world as it helped makers over the years to overcome practical problems, as well as cultural impediments. Moreover, the improved use of dyes, high-speed yarn spinning, and creative knitting and weaving helped to create the industry we know today. And it’s through technology that better sustainable production techniques have and will be developed to address the environmental impact of textile production. Our discussion with Virginia was illuminating and underscores the importance of her book as an essential read for all members of today's textile supply chain — from farmers to apparel brands. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Listen to the first installment of our new podcast series entitled “Talking Textiles,” with Mark Ix, Director of North American Marketing for Advance Denim, as we discuss many of the challenges facing the global textile industry — such as coping with higher raw material and transportation costs, and supply chain bottlenecks. In an informative discussion, Mark discusses the competitive challenges faced in the textile industry today posed by changes in the consumer market, the impact of the pandemic on the industry in general, as well as the importance of sustainability for textile producers globally. This is a terrific program with one of the leading textile experts in the world. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Listen to the first installment of our new podcast series entitled “A New Harvest: The Market for Cotton,” with Jarral Neeper, President of Trucott LLC, as we discuss many of the challenges facing U.S. cotton growers as a new harvest gains momentum. Our lively program discusses the competitive challenges faced by cotton from synthetic fibers, as well as the impact of global market conditions, and the outlook for cotton as a quality product for apparel brands and retailers. This is a fascinating program with one of the leading cotton analysts in the world. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

As a change of pace, join Jennifer Crumpler for our latest podcast with consultant and columunist, Robert Antoshak, as we discuss how the textile and apparel industry has changed over the years, it’s current problems with supply chain bottlenecks, the impact of the pandemic on consumers and businesses alike, as well as how sustainability has become so much important for companies through the textile supply chain — literally from field to shelf. This is a fun conversation between our regular co-hosts of “the Modern Cotton Story.” A great listen for anyone working in the fiber, textile and apparel supply chain. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF.

Join us for our latest podcast with Sourcing Journal’s Senior Editor, Arthur Friedman, as we discuss how the apparel industry has changed in the wake of supply chain bottlenecks, Covid-19, and its use of technology to sell products to consumers. Our discussion also covers topics such as the post-Covid challenges facing the apparel industry, how the industry will contend with new competitive forces in the marketplace, and the ever-growing importance of sustainability. This is a fascinating discussion with a well-known and knowledgeable textile and apparel journalist from one of the top apparel publications in the world. A great listen for anyone working in the fiber, textile and apparel supply chain. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Join our special edition podcast with BASF agronomists, Will Groover and Luke Etheredge, as we discuss why cotton matters as a way of life for farmers and what makes cotton a superior fiber for today's consumers. We also hear about the current cotton crop in the U.S., how harvesting has begun in parts of the country, the prospects for this year's crop, and the role weather has played in shaping the overall harvest. A great conversation about everything cotton! Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Join our discussion with Devin Steele, publisher of the popular U.S. online and email newsletter news service, eTextileCommunications.com, as we discuss the challenges facing the U.S. textile industry, the outlook for the future, the importance of sustainability, and the impact the global pandemic has had on the industry. If you’re into U.S. textiles and Made-in-USA, Grown-in-USA, this podcast is for you. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Join our discussion with Jim Steadman, Senior Editor of the leading cotton magazine, Cotton Grower, as we examine topics important to cotton farmers, the challenges facing today’s cotton industry, the importance of sustainable cotton for brands and retailers, the impact of Covid, and the how various industry-wide sustainable cotton initiatives help to strengthen cotton’s competitive position in the market for textile fibers. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Join our discussion with Maxine Bédat as we discuss her new book, “Unraveled: The Life and Death of a Garment,” and also discuss the role of her organization, The New Standard Institute. In her book, Ms. Bédat follows the global path of a pair jeans from the cotton fields of Texas, to the textile manufacturing centers of Asia, to cut-and-sew operations in Sri Lanka, distribution back to U.S. stores for sale to consumers, to the after-life of garments once they are disposed of and end up in burning trash heaps in countries like Ghana. “Unraveled” is essential reading for anyone in the textile supply chain, from farmers to retailers, as well as consumers worried about the environmental and social impact today’s globalized textile/garment industry. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Join our discussion with Laura Husband, Managing Editor of the leading textile and apparel journal, just-style.com, as we explore topics including her new role as managing editor, the challenges facing today’s global textile and apparel industries, and importance of sustainable cotton for brands and retailers today. Also, have a listen as Laura interviews Jennifer Crumpler about the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Join our discussion with with Dr. Robertson of the University of Arkansas as we explore topics including his role as an agronomist, teaching sustainability, the importance of cotton and raw material transparency in today’s textile supply chain, and the competition between cotton and synthetic fibers. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Our extensive conversation with Dr. Cao of the University of Delaware covers a wide range of topics including how his students are taught to understand and incorporate sustainable and supply chain transparency into their course learnings, the challenges that students face when entering the workforce, and how university programs will adapt in the future to rapid changes in the global fashion industry.

Our wide-ranging conversation with Jamie Atlas of Nashville-based Belmont University explores the specialized programs offered by the school in fashion, design and merchandising, along with how Belmont's programs incorporate sustainable production practices into student course learnings, the challenges that students will face when they enter the workforce, and teaching about the importance of cotton as an essential fiber for apparel.

Hear our insightful conversation with Dr. Little of North Carolina State University as we cover a wide range of topics including how his students ask about sustainably and, in turn, are taught to understand the importance of sustainable production in their coursework about textiles and apparel, as well as the role of transparency in supply chains. We also discuss the challenges students face when entering the industry, and the importance of cotton as an essential fiber for textiles and apparel. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

This week’s podcast is the first of a series entitled “Teaching Sustainability” where we will introduce a wide range of professors from higher education who educate today’s students at both the undergraduate and graduate school level about sustainability and transparency in the textile supply chain. Our extensive conversation with Dr. Freeman covers a wide range of topics including how his students are taught to understand and incorporate sustainable production practices into their course learnings, the challenges that students will face when they enter the workforce, and teaching about the importance of cotton as an essential fiber for apparel. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Please join us for a wide ranging discussion about growing cotton with Jon Devine, Senior Economist at Cotton Incorporated. Our conversation with Jon covers a variety of topics including the recent USDA cotton supply & demand report, the challenges facing cotton in a competitive fiber market, the health of the cotton industry, the importance of U.S. cotton exports to the world, and much more. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

This week’s podcast is a special edition where we chat with leading global cotton economist and analyst, Dr. O.A. Cleveland, Professor Emeritus, Mississippi State University, about the state of the global cotton industry. Our wide-ranging conversation with Dr. Cleveland covers a variety of topics including the influence that weather plays on cotton prices and available supply, international demand for U.S.-grown cotton, the impact of trade disputes between the U.S. and China, and the competition between cotton and synthetic fibers. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

So, please join us for a wide ranging discussion about growing cotton with Adam McLendon of Georgia-based McLendon Acres. Our conversation with Adam covers a variety of topics including the importance of multi-generational farming, the role of social media in framing what people know about cotton, a definition of sustainability, the value of traceability, and the benefits of apparel brands to spending more time with farmers to learn about the problems faced by cotton growers every season. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Join us for a new “Farm Friday” podcast with Brian Rhodes of A&B Farms, who explains that “cotton farming is a very difficult business.” Learn more about growing cotton from Brian, a New York investment banker turned cotton farmer in Arizona. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

This week’s podcast is the next in a new series entitled, “Farm Fridays,” where we introduce leading American e3 cotton farmers, to you, our listeners. So, please join us for an informative and important discussion about growing cotton sustainably with Sledge Taylor, of Mississippi-based Buckeye Farms. Learn about what it takes to grow a quality cotton crop, along with the challenges of being a cotton farmer today. This is an important listen for anyone interested learning more about American-grown cotton. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

This week’s podcast is the first of a new series entitled, “Farm Fridays,” where we introduce leading American e3 cotton farmers, to you, our listeners. So, please join us for an informative and important discussion about growing cotton sustainably with John Branton, of Louisiana-based Frogmore Farms. Learn about what it takes to grow a quality cotton crop, along with the various techniques used to promote soil health. This is a must listen for anyone interested in American-grown cotton. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak. Link to the podcast in our bio. #cotton #trade #agriculture #cottonseed #sustainability #sustainablefashion #cottonquality #technology #innovation #textiles #apparel @basf_agproducts

This week’s podcast is the next of a new series entitled, “The Market for Cotton,” where we introduce leading economists, researchers and analysts from across the agriculture, textile, apparel and retail industries, to you, our listeners. So, please join us for an engaging and wide-ranging discussion about the textile and apparel industry, how farmers can interact with brands, and the importance of sustainable production and traceability with Eric Goldstein, Director of Denim Sales and Business Development at Vidalia Mills. In this week’s podcast, Mr. Goldstein talks about denim, reshoring, and the importance of bringing farmers and apparel brands together to meet the needs of today’s consumers, who more than ever want to know how and where their clothes are made. This is an important conversation and a must-listen for anyone interested in the apparel business and its cotton supply chain. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

This week’s podcast is the next of a new series entitled, “The Market for Cotton,” where we introduce leading economists, researchers and analysts from across the agriculture, textile, apparel and retail industries, to you, our listeners. So, please join us for an informative discussion about the cotton, textile and apparel insurance business from Adam Rekerdres of leading insurer Rekerdres & Sons. In this week’s podcast, Mr. Rekerdres talks insurance, but also discusses the cotton markets, global trade and the challenges of maintaining global supple chains — the risks and benefits. This is an invaluable conversation and a must listen for anyone interested the apparel business and its supply chain. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

This week’s podcast is the next of a new series entitled, “The Market for Cotton,” where we introduce leading economists, researchers and analysts from across the agriculture, textile, apparel and retail industries, to you, our listeners. So, please join us for an informative discussion about the apparel markets with Matthijs Crietee, the experienced and well-known Secretary General of the influential International Apparel Federation (IAF). In this week’s podcast, Mr. Crietee discusses various forces affecting the international trade of textiles and apparel, from the effects of the global pandemic, to government trade policies, and how the global apparel trade may be shaped in future years. An important and invaluable conversation with one of the world’s leading experts on the global apparel industry. A must listen for anyone interested the apparel business and its supply chain. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

This week’s podcast is the latest in a new series entitled, “The Market for Cotton,” where we introduce leading economists, researchers and analysts from across the agriculture, textile, apparel and retail industries, to you, our listeners. So, please join us for a terrific discussion about the global cotton, textile and apparel markets with Chris Kramedjian, the Director of Risk Management for Lubbock, Texas based Plains Cotton Cooperative Association (PCCA). In this week’s podcast, Mr. Kramedjian discusses the many factors affecting the international trade of textiles and apparel: the impact of the pandemic on the industry, the overall health of the cotton industry, and the importance of understanding demand for cotton from downstream companies. An informative and stimulating conversation with one of the world’s leading risk management experts on the global trade of cotton. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

This week’s podcast is the next of a new series entitled, “The Market for Cotton,” where we introduce leading economists, researchers and analysts from across the agriculture, textile, apparel and retail industries, to you, our listeners. So, please join us for a terrific discussion about the global cotton, textile and apparel markets with Dr. Sheng Lu, the well-known and respected economist and Associate Professor of Fashion and Apparel Studies at the University of Delaware. In this week’s podcast, Dr. Lu discusses the many factors affecting the international trade of textiles and apparel: the impact of the pandemic on the industry, the overall health of the retail business, and the how an economic recovery from the pandemic could look like. An informative and stimulating conversation with one of the world’s leading experts on the global trade of textiles and apparel. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

In this week’s podcast, we kick off a new series entitled, “The Market for Cotton,” where we will introduce a new group of speakers including economists, researchers and analysts from across the agriculture, textile, apparel and retail industries, to you, our listeners. So, please join us for a fascinating discussion about the global cotton markets with Kip Butts, a well-known and respected cotton economist and analyst, as he talks about the global markets for cotton — including the supply and demand situation for cotton as planting begins in the U.S., and the outlook for cotton as it continues to compete for marketshare with synthetic fibers. A great conversation with one of the world’s leading experts on the cotton market. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Join BASF's Butch Roecker, Seed Advisor — Coastal Bend, Rio Grand Valley, Winter Garden, and Luke Etheredge, Regional Agronomist (South and East Texas) with an update on U.S. cotton planting, how growers are preparing their fields, and what makes the agriculture industry special. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Join Julia Hughes, President, U.S. Fashion Industry Council, Kim Glas, President & CEO, National Council of Textile Organizations, Auggie Tantillo, Textile Industry Consultant as they discuss key factors affecting the global trade of cotton, textiles, and apparel from the perspective of government policy. In a far-ranging conversation, they also discuss the affects of Covid on supply chains and industry operations, as well as revelations surrounding cotton grown in the Xinjiang Province of China on global sourcing. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Join us for an enlightening and insightful discussion with Linda Trolinder, Senior Vice President, Research & Development — Seeds & Traits, as we explore how BASF’s research into cotton seeds and traits makes a difference in the clothes we wear every day. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Join us for a fascinating discussion about how BASF works with farmers to help them grow the best cotton possible with Cassidy Reeh, Agronomics Solutions Advisor for BASF, and Elizabeth Lague, Business Representative for BASF and cotton farmer. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Last week, BASF announced the formation of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Grower Fund, a new initiative to acknowledge farmers throughout the United States for their efforts to grow cotton according to sustainable metrics. In this podcast, listen to Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the E3 Sustain Cotton Program, as she explains how the grower fund works and how it benefits farmers enrolled in the e3 program by acknowledging their commitment to sustainably growing their cotton.

Join us for a fascinating discussion about the facts and data that make up BASF's e3 cotton program with Odessa Hines, External Affairs Manager, BASF Agricultural Solutions, for BASF North America. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Join us for a lively discussion about BASF's cottonseed program and the decisions farmers make in choosing seeds for planting with Hadley Howard, Product Manager, US Cottonseed, and Rachel Walters, Cottonseed Marketing Manager at BASF. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Join us for an enlightening discussion about BASF's cotton business and future investment with Kelly Liberator, Technical Marketing Manager for Fungicides, and Kate Greif, Liberty Herbicide Product Manager at BASF. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak.

Hear all the latest about the e3 sustainable cotton program from Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager at BASF and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program. Said Crumpler, “We have so many new things going on with the program in 2021.”

Listen to a unique discussion about cotton seeds, or what BASF’s cotton breeding team calls “Variety Advancement,” a topic that may be new to many in the textile supply chain. On today’s program is Cody Mills, U.S. Cotton Breeding Agronomist with BASF, and Cody Mull, also an agronomist with BASF. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak. #e3cotton #textiles #agriculture #cottonseeds #sustainability #sustainablefashion #moderncotton #americangrown #americaninnovation @basf_agproducts

Listen to a lively discussion about BASF's newly announced sustainability goals with Julia Harnal, BASF Vice President Global Sustainability & Governmental Affairs Agricultural Solutions and Andy Beadle, BASF Global Sustainability. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, Fiber Development Manager and Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program from BASF, and interviewed by industry consultant Bob Antoshak. To read about BASF's new goals, such as reduced carbon emissions and improved use of digital technologies, please click here: https://on.basf.com/379gHTp

Farmers grow cotton, a cellulosic fiber, from seeds planted in soil. Other cellulosic fibers, however, are manufactured from wood pulp to function as a complement to cotton in the world of textiles. Such fibers are made by companies like Lenzing (Lenzing.com) that are often blended with cotton in yarns and fabrics, such as denim (carvedinblue.com). Jennifer Crumpler, Manager of the e3 Sustainable Cotton Program, along with industry consultant and columnist, Bob Antoshak, interview Tricia Carey, Director Global Business Development — Denim, on how Lenzing's fibers can complement cotton and why those fibers, when blended with cotton, can help to make for better performing, sustainable textiles.

BASF grows seeds for crops other than cotton, but the company maintains its stringent standards for sustainable agriculture as we’ve seen with the e3 sustainable cotton program. Farmers often rotate between cotton and soybeans in their fields from season to season. For today’s podcast, we have a discussion with two soybean agronomists from BASF, Lucas Owen and Bill Backhaus, along with the manager of the e3 sustainable cotton program, Jennifer Crumpler.

Join Jennifer Crumpler of BASF’s e3 sustainable cotton program, and industry consultant Bob Antoshak, for a conversation with Dr. Christian Schindler, Director General of the influential International Textile Federation (ITMF.org). In an insightful and important interview, Dr. Schindler, discusses the health of the global textile industry both pre- and post-Covid, while also discussing consumer trends affecting consumer buying patterns for clothing and its implications for cotton consumption. He also explained the importance of sustainability in defining industry and consumer behavior.

Join Jennifer Crumpler of BASF’s e3 sustainable cotton program, and industry consultant Bob Antoshak, for an interview and conversation with well-known and respected fashion and sustainability advisor, Thomasine Dolan Dow. In a far-ranging and frank discussion, we cover the importance of sustainability to both farmers and fashion brands, as well as how both ends of the textile supply chain need to learn more from each other in order to accomplish the common goal of using natural resources in the most environmentally-positive way possible. We conclude that education and strong sustainability measures, backed by solid data and research, is essential for all stakeholders in the supply chain.

Join Jennifer Crumpler of BASF’s e3 sustainable cotton program and consultant Bob Antoshak for an interview with Dan Feibus, CEO of Vidalia Mills. Topics covered include cotton, sustainability, textiles, re-shoring and the impact of Covid-19 on the textile and apparel industries.

Learn about the e3 sustainable cotton program from BASF with Jennifer Crumpler, director of the program. Interview by consultant and columnist, Bob Antoshak, hear about the how the program functions, why it is most traceable and transparent program in the cotton industry today, and why the e3 cotton program has set such a high bar when it comes to sustainable cotton production as a tribute to today’s American cotton farmers.

Join Jennifer Crumpler of BASF’s e3 sustainable cotton program and Bob Antoshak as they have a lively discussion with BASF agronomists, Kyle Fontenot and Luke Etheredge, about the current U.S. cotton crop situation, sustainable farming practices, and the outlook for this season's crop.

Join Jennifer Crumpler of BASF’s e3 sustainable cotton program, and Andrew Olah and Robert Antoshak of Olah Inc., for a detailed and insightful interview with Chris Fennig, Managing Director of myFarms.com, who discusses the tools his company uses to collect hard statistics about how cotton in grown throughout the United States. Specifically, Chris’s firm measures important field-level metrics such as water usage, carbon footprint, etc., and, by doing so, helps to debunk myths surrounding the cotton supply chain.

Join Jennifer Crumpler of BASF’s e3 sustainable cotton program, and Andrew Olah and Robert Antoshak of Olah Inc., for an important and insightful interview with Bill Ballenden, Owner and CEO of DragonTree Cotton Trading who helps to debunk myths surrounding the cotton supply chain, as well as introducing his cotton trading platform for farmers around the world. He also gives his thoughts about the impact of Covid-19 on the cotton supply chain, understanding the strengths and weaknesses of industry sustainability claims and metrics, the role played by today's apparel industry in supporting (or not) sustainable supply chains, and the importance of transparency and traceability in the cotton industry.

Join Jennifer Crumpler of BASF's e3 sustainable cotton program, and Andrew Olah and Bob Antoshak of Olah Inc., for an important and insightful interview with author (at Apparel Insider magazine), consultant, and former World Bank economist, Veronica Bates Kassatly, about debunking myths surrounding cotton and other fibers, the responsibilities of NGOs, understanding the strengths and weaknesses of industry sustainability claims and metrics, and the role played by today's apparel industry in supporting (or not) sustainable supply chains.

Join Jennifer Crumpler of BASF’s e3 sustainable cotton program, and Andrew Olah and Bob Antoshak of Olah Inc., for an fascinating and insightful interview with Crispin Argento, Director of The Sourcery (thesourcery.io), about organic and GMO cotton, transparency, sustainability, and today's apparel industry.

A lively discussion with Auggie Tantillo, textile industry consultant and former president of the National Council of Textile Organizations in Washington, DC, Jennifer Crumpler, e3 Cotton Program Manager at BASF, and Bob Antoshak, industry consultant.

A discussion and interview with Scott Asher, Regional Agronomist Manager for BASF, hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, e3 Cotton Program Manager, and consultant Bob Antoshak.

An interview and discussion about the US cotton crop with Kenny Melton, Regional Agronomist Manager for BASF. Hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, e3 Cotton Manager for BASF, and Consultant Bob Antoshak.

Please join our discussion hosted by Jennifer Crumpler, e3 cotton program manager at BASF, Bob Antoshak of Olah Inc., Dr. Lisa Fultz of LSU, and farmer Marshall Hardwick, about a new initiative at LSU to better understand agricultural runoff into the Mississippi River.

Join Jennifer Crumpler of BASF’s e3 sustainable cotton program, and Andrew Olah and Bob Antoshak of Olah Inc., for an interview with Roian Atwood, Senior Director of Global Sustainable Business at KontoorBrands, Inc., for a discussion about cotton, sustainability, and impact of Covid-19 on today's apparel industry.

Join Jennifer Crumpler of BASF’s e3 sustainable cotton program, and Andrew Olah and Bob Antoshak of Olah Inc., for an interview with Aaron Driggers, Product Development Director of Prosperity Textiles, and Fernando Arguelles, Strategic Development Officer of Vidalia Mills for a discussion about cotton, the textile industry, and the role of sustainability in the textile market today.

In this episode, Jennifer Crumpler of BASF's e3 program and Bob Antoshak of Olah Inc discuss re-shoring with Pat Stewart of Keep It Here. Is re-shoring possible and, if so, what are the implications for U.S. cotton producers?

Join Jennifer Crumpler of BASF’s e3 sustainable cotton program, and Andrew Olah and Bob Antoshak of Olah Inc. for an interview with Steve Dyer, Global Head of Cotton Marketing for the Louis Dreyfus Company, the world's largest cotton merchant.

Sponsored by e3 Sustainable Cotton by BASF, this episode discusses what it takes to be a modern cotton farmer, as we interview Marshall Hardwick of The Hardwick Planting Co. and learn about soil health, cotton quality, and the appeal of American cotton. Moderator: Jennifer Crumpler of BASF. Interviewers: Andrew Olah & Bob Antoshak of Olah Inc.

Join Jennifer Crumpler of BASF’s e3 sustainable cotton program and Bob Antoshak of Olah Inc. For an interview with K.P. McNeil of Imogene+Willie about the launch of their new jeans line made from selvedge denim produced in Vidalia Mills, LA.

Sponsored by e3 Sustainable Cotton by BASF, this episode explores the challenges, opportunities and innovation necessary to meet the need to today’s farmers and end users of cotton from mills to brands and to retailers. Moderator: Jennifer Crumpler of BASF. Interviewers: Andrew Olah & Bob Antoshak of Olah Inc. Speakers: Malin Westfall & Cory Mills of BASF.