Technology in the U.S. cotton industry is ever-changing to include different aspects, approaches and considerations in cotton production. There are over 12 million acres of cotton being grown across 17 states, and farmers continue to develop new ways to be more precise and sustainable. One of the most notable aspects of the U.S. cotton industry is how producers […]
The Drapers Sustainable Fashion Conference 2024 was a must-attend event for those looking to create, discuss and celebrate positive change with thought leaders within the fashion and textile industries. The conference brought together representatives from global fashion brands, start-ups, UK government bodies, and NGOs to discuss sustainability in fashion and provided an excellent platform for
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Regional, Field-Level Team to Aid Growers ahead of April 30th enrollment and Climate Smart Cotton Program application deadline MEMPHIS, TENN (March 20, 2024) – The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol is introducing an expanded field-level team dedicated to providing regional support for U.S. cotton growers participating in the voluntary sustainability initiative. This includes aiding producers with finalizing Trust Protocol enrollment
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Episode 14 of Smarter Conversations Tying in with the release of our third Annual Report, our special edition of the Smarter Conversations podcast provides a deep dive into the value of data. Serving as a resource for both sustainability experts and those new to cotton, this episode illuminates the potential that verified data holds for
Scaling Impact: A walk through the data from the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Read More »
While photos and articles can convey information, nothing compares to stepping off a tour bus and being surrounded by cotton fields. The sight of the natural crop is truly captivating and hearing directly from growers helps take the experience to the next level. The Trust Protocol’s annual Farm Tour provides an immersive experience for global
MEMPHIS, TENN (October 25, 2023) – The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol is today announcing an increase of 25% compared to 2022 in the total area of planted cotton acres enrolled in the program, reaching 1.6 million acres in 2023 – its greatest extent to date. This represents not only impressive growth in enrolled cotton acreage
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The public consultation period for the revision of the Trust Protocol’s Principles & Criteria and Grower Enrollment questionnaire is now open for three weeks and will close on October 30th 2023.
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Evolving attitudes regarding sustainability and changing priorities among brands, retailers and consumers are creating demand for greater sustainability and transparency throughout the entire supply chain.
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In a period of ever greater supply chain scrutiny and a growing demand for transparency, the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol sets a new standard in more sustainably grown cotton.
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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.
