Improving the quality of Australian cotton during processing

This research has provides useful information regarding the effect of harvesting and ginning method, seed cotton moisture during harvesting, machine set up during harvesting and blending at the gin, in a high production environment, on fibre, yarn and fabric quality as well as processing performance. Through publication in international and domestic journals, conference papers and industry forums, the results of this research will provide information to the industry, which will result in the improvement of industry practices, leading to consistency in quality and quantity, which will be reflected in increased demand and increased profitability for the grower.