The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reported a decline in U.S. cotton export sales for the week ending May 22, 2025. Net sales of Upland cotton for the 2024–25 season totaled 118,700 running bales (RB), marking a 16% decrease from the previous week but an 8% increase from the four-week average.
Export shipments of Upland cotton rose to 275,400 RB, up 10% from the previous week but down 18% from the prior four-week average.
The primary destinations for these shipments included Vietnam, Pakistan, Turkey, Bangladesh, and Mexico.
In contrast, net sales of Pima cotton experienced a sharp decline, reaching a marketing-year low of 1,700 RB. This represents a significant drop from both the previous week and the prior four-week average. Export shipments of Pima cotton totaled 6,700 RB, down 12% from the previous week and 25% from the prior four-week average. The main destinations for Pima cotton shipments were Vietnam, India, China, Ethiopia, and Peru.
The USDA’s report highlights the varying trends in U.S. cotton exports, with Upland cotton maintaining steady demand in key markets, while Pima cotton faces challenges in securing consistent sales. These developments underscore the dynamic nature of global cotton trade and the need for U.
S. producers to adapt to shifting market conditions.
