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Trust Protocol Enrollment, Climate Smart Cotton Program Applications Now Open

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Maximize benefits by starting today MEMPHIS, TENN (January 9, 2024) – The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol today announced that growers can now enroll in the initiative and apply for the U.S. Climate Smart Cotton Program, presenting a transformative opportunity and offering a range of benefits that go beyond sustainability. This is the second year of the enrollment window transition allowing growers to begin […]

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Sustainability Takes Center Stage at the Textile Exchange Conference

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The recent Textile Exchange Conference held in London was a gathering of industry leaders, brands, and retailers with a strong commitment to sustainability and responsible sourcing. With over 1,500 attendees, the event proved that the need for idea exchange and drive for a more sustainable textile industry is stronger than ever. The Trust Protocol sponsored

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Navigating Global Consumer Sentiments: Insights from Cotton Council International and Cotton Incorporated’s Global Retail & Consumer Update, from the 2023 Lifestyle Monitor™.

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Global stakeholders – including consumers – are showing an increased interest in environmental issues as we all look to address the impact of climate change. This heightened awareness has prompted fashion brands and retailers to implement sustainable practices, join new initiatives, and invest in responsible efforts. For the fashion and textiles industry, a crucial part

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Trust Protocol Releases Revised Principle and Criteria and Grower Questionnaire for Public Stakeholder Consult

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MEMPHIS, TENN (October 17, 2023) – The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol (“Trust Protocol”) is pleased to announce public stakeholder consultation on the revision of the Principles and Criteria and Grower Enrollment Questionnaire is open through October 30th.  Completion of the documents’ draft Version 2.0 is a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to evolve the program and

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U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Welcomes Largest French Fashion Brand Kiabi as Member

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MEMPHIS, TENN (Monday, October 9, 2023) – The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol (“Trust Protocol”) is pleased to announce the membership of Kiabi. Founded in 1978 in Northern France and with 579 shops in 25 countries, Kiabi is committed to sustainable sourcing and driving positive social and environmental change in fashion retail. Kiabi’s “2030 Vision” aims to integrate positive

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U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Welcomes Macy’s, Inc. as Member

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MEMPHIS, TENN (September 12, 2023) – The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol (“Trust Protocol”) is pleased to announce the membership of Macy’s, Inc. The company represents more than 700 store locations nationwide across three our iconic nameplates, including Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Bluemercury. Trust Protocol membership will bolster Macy’s efforts in sourcing cotton sustainably, driving positive social and environmental

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Sustainability and Precision Agriculture in Cotton Production 

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In an era marked by increasing environmental concerns and the demand for more sustainable products, the U.S. cotton industry is constantly striving for more sustainable practices and crops. Precision agriculture, an innovative approach that leverages technology to optimize farming practices, has emerged as a key aspect in the drive for more sustainable cotton production.  At

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Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Exploring Farm Data from the Trust Protocol

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As a cotton plant grows, it uses carbon dioxide during photosynthesis and can sequester 23% more carbon dioxide equivalent of greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) than it emits.  The U.S. cotton industry has worked for decades to improve the two primary sources of GHG emissions: energy use and nitrogen fertilizer. Energy consumption includes the use of diesel

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Trust Protocol Appoints Averum for Third-Party Verification

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MEMPHIS, TENN (August 22, 2023) – The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol is pleased to appoint Averum to provide additional Third-Party verification support after seeing the highest number of grower enrollment to date. With a 120% increase in grower enrollment since launch three years ago, the program now requires a significantly higher number of independent verifications.  Averum specializes

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U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Appoints Daren Abney as Executive Director

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MEMPHIS, TENN (July 26, 2023) – The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol today announced the appointment of Daren Abney as Executive Director. A sustainability veteran, Abney brings 15 years of international experience garnered in organizations across the apparel and fashion industry such as Textile Exchange and most recently Lenzing Group. As Executive Director, Abney will guide the

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Deepika Mishra

Standards and Data Lead (consultant)

Deepika Mishra is the Standards and Data Lead for the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol, acting as a consultant for the program. As an accomplished scientist and data analytics specialist, Deepika leads on analysis of the Trust Protocol’s environmental metrics. She collaborates extensively with agricultural research institutions, conservation groups, and food and trade organizations, playing a vital role in the establishment of sustainability and social standards within the industry.

Deepika earned her Ph.D. in plant and soil science from Texas Tech University, specializing in cotton breeding and genetics. With over a decade of experience, she has spearheaded diverse agricultural projects in both India and the United States, covering crops like cotton, cowpeas, castor, sesame, guar, guayule, tomato, and field pennycress (cover crop). Her contributions also include the development and release of multiple cowpea varieties in India during her M.S. studies in vegetable breeding and genetics.