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Transforming Cotton Production: The Unique and Innovative Techniques Driving Sustainable Cotton Production in the U.S. 

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 […]

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In Conversation with Gymshark at the Drapers Sustainable Fashion Conference

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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Trust Protocol Expands Regional Field-Level Grower Support System

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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Scaling Impact: A walk through the data from the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol

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

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From Farms to Fashion – Brands and Retailers Experience Trust Protocol Sustainability Efforts First-hand

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

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Total area of enrolled planted cotton acres grows by a further 25%

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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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.