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New laws, stronger enforcement: UK fashion enquiry hears evidence
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Brands charging punitive fines for late delivery, claims supplier
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EU resolution calls for Accord’s continuation
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BCI releases Better Cotton leaderboards
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C&A Foundation helps Indian cotton farmers slash water use
GUJARAT – Cotton farmers in India using water-saving drip irrigation techniques have radically cut water use while boosting revenues. A
EU funds project to boost Ethiopian textile value chain
7th June 2019
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BRUSSELS – A new EU-funded project has been launched which aims to support farmers, rural workers and garment workers in the Ethiopian garment supply chain.
