White gold from Africa: Washington reveals a map of the strongest African cotton-producing countries.

Washington, DC – The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released a list of the top cotton-producing African countries, highlighting the continent’s growing role in the global cotton market. Africa has become a major source of “white gold” in recent years.

According to the report, countries such as Benin, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Chad topped the list of producers in terms of both yield and crop quality. These countries have benefited from expanding cultivated areas, improving seeds, and developing modern irrigation and farming methods.

The report noted that cotton is a strategic crop for several African economies. It directly contributes to job creation and supports the income of millions of farmers, as well as being a major source of foreign currency through exports to global markets.

The USDA confirmed that increased productivity in some African countries is a result of technical assistance programs and international cooperation. It is also due to the adoption of more efficient agricultural technologies, which has enhanced the competitiveness of African cotton in international markets.

This rising performance reflects the importance of cotton as an economic driver for the African continent. This comes at a time when expectations are growing for a greater role for producing countries in meeting global demand for natural fibers, amid shifts in global supply chains.