Group 1 - The global cotton industry is crucial for the economy and poverty alleviation, providing livelihoods for millions of cotton farmers, with major producers being China, India, the USA, Brazil, and Pakistan, while China, India, and Pakistan are the main consumers [2] - Cotton is primarily used in the textile industry and is an important export product for many countries, significantly impacting global fiber supply [2] - The cotton harvesting rate in developed countries, particularly China and the USA, is high and fully automated, while developing countries like India and Pakistan rely on manual harvesting due to smallholder economies [2] Group 2 - The core development needs of the international cotton market include promoting economic growth, ensuring supply chain security, and enhancing sustainability, with a focus on boosting consumer confidence and adapting to high-quality and diversified cotton product demands [5] - The cotton sector supports approximately 32 million farmers' livelihoods, benefiting over 100 million families across about 80 countries [5] Group 3 - The global cotton trade is expected to continue expanding over the next decade, driven by the implementation of World Trade Organization commitments, although growth will face challenges from various uncertainties [6] - Demand for cotton is derived from the global textile demand, with competition from synthetic fibers affecting industry performance [6][7] Group 4 - The future of the global cotton market is uncertain due to factors such as slowing economic growth, weak consumer demand, geopolitical conflicts, and changes in trade policies, which impact supply-demand dynamics and price trends [8] - The International Monetary Fund (IMF) predicts global economic growth rates of 3.0% and 3.1% for 2025 and 2026, respectively, with inflation rates expected to decline but remain above target levels in the USA [8] Group 5 - The market for cotton picker cleaning agents in China is projected to reach 51.82 million yuan in 2024, with an expected growth to 56.03 million yuan by 2031, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.37% from 2025 to 2031 [12] - The demand for cotton picker cleaning agents is closely related to the number of cotton pickers and the level of agricultural mechanization, with most demand concentrated in Xinjiang [15] Group 6 - The cotton picker cleaning agent industry is transitioning from traditional chemical cleaning to green and intelligent cleaning solutions, with a shift towards water-based and environmentally friendly products to meet new standards [18] - The cotton industry is significant for basic livelihood security and modernization, impacting rural revitalization, farmer income, social stability, and national unity [18]