Prospects and Problems of Jute Yarn & Twine in International Market

Abstract

Bangladesh is the largest producer of jute and has the finest quality of jute in the world. Bangladesh is the major supplier of yarn sector whereas India seems to be the possible source of alternative fabric because of investment made by some countries in modern equipment. Two main supplying countries -Bangladesh and Tndia continue to dominate the world market. Because they have lowest costs of producing jute yarn & twine. The world demand for jute yarns show a redul:tion over the past 4 years. I believe this can be traced the situations of increased raw materiais pdces will have forced the closure of tradition weaving factories in a number of countries either to be replaced with sacking hessian from thc producing countries or switched to synthetics. F rom industry we need to maintain stable priees and regular supplies if we are to maintain our markets. Quality should not be an issue and must be built into all of our products at all stages of our manufacture. Our management and workfC)rce are critical to the success of our business. Their education and training on an ongoing basis is essential. ISO 9000 is a must and total quality management must become the norm. Prom government we need continued support to achieve change. Jute is a natural assct which must not be wasted. Support policies should be reviewed and targeted to those companies and sectors to promote change and achieve grovvth, not to prop us sick businesses v\lith no business of recovery. Open minded purchasing policies and a willingness to review product specifications should be undertaken to help the industry achieve the change.