AGROSEMENTES INSUMOS AGRICOLA E CEREAIS LTDA

Specifications for exporting raw cotton include the analysis of technological characteristics such as fiber length, uniformity, strength, and micronaire. Brazilian cotton has stood out for its high quality due to investments in genetic improvement, traceability, and standardized testing. Maintaining the product stored in a controlled environment is fundamental to guarantee its purity, adequate humidity, and to avoid contaminants. Fiber characteristics (quality assessment): Fiber length: Measures the length of cotton fibers. Length uniformity: Evaluates the consistency of fiber length. Strength: Determines the force required to break the fiber. Micronaire: An index that measures the fineness and maturity of the fiber, affecting the amount of oil and water absorption capacity. Quality standards and certification: Genetic improvement: Brazilian production has focused on genetic improvement to adapt cotton to different climates and soils, resulting in higher quality fiber. Standardized tests (HVI): The use of laboratory tests such as the HVI (High Volume Instrument) is crucial for standardizing cotton quality, ensuring that buyers trust the product. Traceability: The traceability of Brazilian production is one of its major differentiators, providing detailed information about the origin and processing of the cotton. Certification: Certifications such as the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) aim to guarantee the production of cotton that is better for the environment and for consumers. Good storage practices Controlled environment: The storage area must be free of contaminants. Humidity control: Maintaining humidity control is essential to avoid problems with the product. Avoid contact with the ground: Never place bales directly on the ground to avoid fermentation and cavitation, which devalue the cotton fiber. Data and markets Export: Brazil has become one of the world's largest exporters of cotton fiber, surpassing the United States in market share. Production: Record cotton production in Brazil is one of the factors that explain its leading position in exports. Main producing states: Mato Grosso and Bahia are the largest producers in the country.