Sea
Island cotton is the origin of all extra-long staple cottons and the
reigning top-quality cotton used to be cultivated in the Caribbean, but
was discontinued in the early 20th century due to devastating insect
damage.
A
century has passed since then. Thanks to modern agriculture,
technological advances, and research into cultivation methods, Sea
Island cotton has made a comeback in a limited area on the border
between Texas and New Mexico in the United States.
This "miracle cotton" was named "American Sea Island Cotton."
FURTHER PRODUCT DETAIL
CHARACTERISTICS OF AMERICAN SEA ISLAND COTTON
The border between Texas and New Mexico is the site of the revival of the cotton industry, provided an ideal environment for cotton cultivation.
The Rio Grande River, fed by melted snow from the Rocky Mountains.
Sunshine duration (about 3,700 hours/year). *World average: about 2,500 hours, Japan average: about 1,500 hours
Desert climate with good drainage.Black soil suitable for growing extra-long staple cotton.
High altitude of 1,100 meters mitigates pest damage.
Cool nights give cotton a rest.
Kamakura are certified by BCI (Better Cotton Initiative), which sets standards for sustainable cultivation of cotton.