OREANDA-NEWS. October 14, 2009. During the years of independence the cotton industry of Uzbekistan went through a radical transformation. As a result of successive reforms undertaken to develop new technologies of cultivation quality of cotton fiber has increased. Wide introduction of the principles and mechanisms of market economy has been steadily increasing fame and the competitiveness of Uzbek cotton in international markets. Today, with the requirements of the global textile industry high-yielding varieties of cotton resistant to drought, diseases and pests, are cultivated in the country, reported the press-centre of gov.uz.

International Uzbek Cotton Fair, initiated by President Islam Karimov, demonstrates the ongoing, widespread economic reforms, offers opportunities for further improvement of export products harvested with hard work of our farmers, and the expansion of ties with foreign partners. At the fair the leading consumers, professionals and experts will be well acquainted with the latest developments in the Uzbek cotton industry, the process of growing, processing and export of raw materials. They will exchange views on the changes, new traditions and trends in the global cotton industry.

According to the association “Uzpahtasanoat”, improving the country’s procurement and processing of cotton contributes to further improvement of the quality of fiber. That in turn, is expanding the geography of countries that consume Uzbek fiber. A new system of certification of cotton fiber is consistent with international standards. A modern infrastructure of its sales ensures the quality during preservation and transport of fiber.

- At all enterprises operating in association of “Uzpahtasanoat”, continues the process of refining the current crop, – said the deputy chairman of the association “Uzpahtasanoat” Mahmoud Babajanov.

Fair participants will learn about the qualitative characteristics of Uzbek fiber, the latest innovation in its cultivation, marketing and logistics. Introduction to the activities of cotton plants, terminals and farms for further expanding the knowledge of the forum on the cultivation, processing and export of cotton in our country.

International Uzbek Cotton Fair demonstrates the growing authority of our country in the world market as one of the leaders of the cotton business, its role in international economic relations. There is no doubt that this fair will not only become an important event in the world cotton market, but will help in boosting the economy of our country, increase its competitiveness and further growth of international prestige.