Cotton is the most widely used natural fibre in the world and a fundamental pillar of the global textile industry. Produced mainly in China, India and the United States, cotton cultivation depends heavily on climate conditions, water availability and farming practices. Prices are influenced by harvest yields, global demand and competition from synthetic fibres. Growing consumer demand for sustainable, organic and traceable textiles is transforming the sector. From cultivation to spinning and weaving, supply chains are complex and international. Read more to explore how cotton markets function, why sustainability is reshaping production methods, and how consumer expectations are influencing the future of fashion and textiles worldwide.