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U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Announces Enhanced Membership Structure

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New Membership Fee Structure Aims to Boost Responsible Sourcing and Deliver Greater Value MEMPHIS, TENN (September 17, 2024) – The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol today announced a revised membership structure for brands and retailers that will be implemented in 2025 based on cotton consumption, updating the previous revenue-based system. This adjustment promotes greater accessibility and […]

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Trust Protocol Grower Enrollment Climbs for Fifth Straight Year

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MEMPHIS, TENN (July 24, 2024) – The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol announced today continued program expansion for the fifth consecutive year – both in enrolled growers and planted acres. Planted cotton acres enrolled increased to 2.1 million acres, up 31% from 2023. This growth is driven by a 35% increase in enrolled growers, demonstrating a strong

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Carhartt, Inc. Joins U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol As Part Of Its Strategy To Source More Responsibly Grown Cotton

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MEMPHIS, TENN (June 25, 2024) – The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol has today announced that Carhartt, Inc. is the latest brand to join its sustainable cotton program. Carhartt, known for producing durable gear designed to serve and protect all hardworking people for more than 135 years, has chosen to join the Trust Protocol as part

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U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Growers Can Now Apply for the Level 2 Climate Smart Cotton Program 

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Growers can receive financial support for up to three years by participating. MEMPHIS, TENN (June 18, 2024) – The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol announced that U.S. cotton growers can now enroll in Climate Smart Cotton Program Level 2. This program, led by the Trust Protocol, gives Level 1 growers the opportunity to receive additional financial support

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

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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%

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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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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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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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The Trust Protocol travels to Copenhagen as the fashion world meets for Global Fashion Summit

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Today, more than ever, it’s crucial for the fashion ecosystem to work hand in hand to drive continuous improvement in sustainability. Although we see lots of initiatives and activity from across the supply chain, it’s evident there is much more we can do. It’s within this context that the fashion ecosystem convened in Copenhagen for

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U.S. Cotton Growers Can Now Apply for the Climate Smart Cotton Program 

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MEMPHIS, TENN (June 27, 2023) – U.S. cotton growers can apply now through September 1, 2023 for the Climate Smart Cotton Program, a five-year initiative led by the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol. The program aims to measure and improve the carbon footprint of the U.S. cotton industry while building on the four pillars of Climate

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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.