The thing about cotton: 
A new Podcast from
the ICA

Led by the ICA’s Women in Cotton Committee, join hosts and their guests as they explore the anatomy of the cotton value chain and bring awareness to the industry through highlighting female leaders and achievement.

EU Legislation – Why it matters to the cotton community >

Episodes

Episodes will be released every few weeks and available on all major podcasting platforms. Search for ‘The Thing About Cotton’

Listen to the trailer >

September 17, 2024
Episode 4: Jennifer Ilkiw, President of ICE Futures U.S.

Featuring Jennifer Ilkiw as she discusses her role as President of ICE Futures U.S., where the benchmark price of cotton is formed every day, and her 20+ year career in global derivatives and commodity markets.

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September 3, 2024
Episode 3: Farming Practices Series Part 1: An Australian Grower’s Perspective with Lauren Roellgen

This episode introduces the first of our series on farming practices. These practices vary by region and country and are heavily influenced by climate, water availability and soil type, amongst other interesting factors.

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July 23, 2024
Episode 2: Eva Bille, EU Policy Director at Hill & Knowlton Brussels

Eva discusses EU legislation, its impact on the global value chain, and concerns about PEF favouring manmade fiber over cotton.

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July 23, 2024
Episode 1: Kim Hanna, ICA President

Learn about the history of the ICA and how the cotton industry is structured from the ICA’s first female President.

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