The Aid by Trade Foundation’s cotton conference: from carbon sequestration to regenerative agriculture and technology

At the annual conference of the Aid by Trade Foundation (AbTF) from 11th to 13th March in Mumbai, India, around 100 experts, researchers and specialists from all over the world came together to discuss current challenges and solutions in the field of sustainable cotton and textile production. This year's event focussed on innovative and digital solutions for building transparent and sustainable supply chains. “We need innovation for sustainable solutions in the cotton industry - this is the key to greater efficiency and responsibility for a more resilient future for cotton,” said AbTF managing director Tina Stridde in her welcome address. She also emphasised the synergy of tradition plus innovation.