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Synthetic fabrics dampened demand for cotton. There's a plan to revive the industry

Demand for cotton has been stagnant for decades thanks to the growth of synthetic fibers like nylon and polyester. But now, cotton boosters and their allies have a plan to try to reverse that trend.

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Michael Marks