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West Indian Sea Island Cotton Used for High End Clothing

Monday 09th of April 2007 03:23:34 PM

The Jamaica Agriculture Development Project (JADP), which was started in 1981, aids in the development of new products that can be grown and sold in Jamaica and abroad in an effort to provide jobs and security to those who are in need. West Indian Sea Island cotton is one of their latest projects. The cotton is used to make high end clothing such as cashmere Sweaters, Polo Shirts, and other clothing. Because the fibres from the cotton are longer than other types of cotton, the fabric created is soft and easy to work with.

The JADP is working to expand cotton production to meet the demand of the fibres and also to help local economies. Since West Indian Sea cotton only grows in Jamaica, the West Indies, and Barbados, it is sought after by many companies. In keeping with the tradition of the JADP, the cotton will be sold under the Jamaican name in order to retain profits and brand the cotton as Jamaican grown.

This cotton is currently being sold for US$10 per lint pound. Regulations prohibit the amount of cotton that can be grown in a season, which helps make the cotton more valuable. As the demand for high end clothing including t-shirts, Polo Shirts, and Sweaters continues to rise, this cotton may become even more popular.

The JADP is looking for investors who will be able to market the product to more countries, and to help with the production costs. By claiming the cotton as a product of Jamaica, people who are part of the manufacturing process will be able to enjoy the many benefits of steady work, profits, and national pride in creating a product that is well-known and needed in the fashion industry.

(c)Luka Veselinovic, www.sxc.hu