Ginners

Cotton gins are a critical link between cotton producers and brands committed to responsible sourcing. By generating Protocol Consumption Units through uploading Protocol Cotton PBIs, gins provide verified environmental impact data that drives demand for responsibly produced cotton.

Trust Protocol Membership

As a Trust Protocol member, gins gain:

Efficiency

Streamline processes and reduce staff time by using eCotton and CottonHost to automatically upload bales to the Protocol Platform

Assurances

Verify Protocol Cotton bales immediately after ginning via the initial Electronic Warehouse Receipt

Marketability

Increase visibility, making your customers’ cotton visible to market in near real-time

Commercial Advantage

Provide supply visibility for marketers working with brands and retailers planning to source more responsibly grown cotton

Industry Leadership

Support participating growers reinforcing environmental stewardship efforts across the supply chain

It’s not always easy to take risks when you’re a farmer, especially financial risks. This program gives us the support to try new things, to build a better system for the long haul. That not only provides peace of mind but a farm with healthier soil, cleaner water, a system that works with nature, not against it.

Alyssa Cain, Texas

A Shared Commitment to U.S. Cotton

By joining the Trust Protocol, gins become integral partners in building a more resilient and competitive U.S. cotton industry. Together, we can support farmers in adopting innovative practices, meet the growing demand for responsibly produced cotton, and ensure the U.S. remains a leader in the global cotton market. By enrolling, you’re not only helping your business but also strengthening the industry’s ability to adapt and thrive.

Our Members

Become a Member 

Learn more and begin enrollment today. Join the Trust Protocol and become a key player in shaping the future for the cotton industry.
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