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Facts You Should Know About Organic Cotton
So what does a content label that reads "made with 100 percent organic cotton" really mean?
One tshirt manufacture states: "We buy cotton from certified organic cotton farmers, who use no pesticides, fertilizers or genetically engineered seeds, in accordance with the USDA's National Organic Program (NOP). The cotton gins and yarn spinners we use are also certified by independent third parties to NOP standards. And it means our organic fabric is always clearly identified and tracked through the cutting and sewing process." (From Anvil Knitwear, www.anvilcsr.com)
Here are some facts you should know about organic cotton.
1. Seeds are untreated and never genetically engineered.
2. The soil in which the seeds are harvested is strengthened through crop rotation, compost application and the use of cover cropping and mulch. It also retains water more efficiently because of the increased organic matter.
3. Weeds are removed physically instead of with toxic chemicals, and they are further controlled through cultivation and hand hoeing.
4. Pests are controlled through the use beneficial insects that are natural predators. Trap crops also may be planted, to lure some insects away from the cotton.
5. Harvesting relies mostly on seasonal freeze for defoliation and, on occasion, defoliation may also be stimulated through water management.
6. Organic cotton should be certified by independent third-party certifying bodies to the USDA's NOP standard.
7. Gin, spinning, knitting and weaving machinery is cleaned out before use to avoid any contamination.
8. During dyeing and finishing, only chemicals and materials that meet organic processing standards are used.
9. During cutting and sewing, organic fabric is clearly identified and tracked.
You can see why the cost of tshirts manufactured with organic cotton is consistently more expensive than their non-organic counterparts. Those that produce organic cotton tshirts are trying to make less of an impact on the environment with sustainable practices. Responsible corporations like Anvil Knitwear are listening to the earth and making an effort to change.
About the Author
Wayne Gooden is a screen printing business owner who owns and operates several websites. His business specializes in high end graphic screen printing and can be seen at Ziz Clothing.
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