Cotton production in the US has decreased over time. Factors contributing to this decline include the increased cost of growing cotton and the growing popularity of synthetic fabrics. As a result, demand for cotton has decreased.

Further details on this trend are available from the Texas Standard. A plan to boost demand for cotton is reportedly in the works, although specifics are not provided here. For more information on the current state of cotton production and efforts to reverse the decline, readers can refer to the Texas Standard for August 7, 2026.