Memphis, TN (January 6, 2025) – U.S. cotton growers can now enroll in the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol and apply for the Climate Smart Cotton Program for the 2025 crop year. These programs enable growers to demonstrate their commitment to sustainable cotton production, meeting the increasing demand for responsibly produced fiber. The Trust Protocol also […]
https://youtu.be/cxykzUvhco8?si=sYFNKWldjscIkQiC Tennessee farmer and U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol grower Bob Walker of Walker Farms has been named Field to Market’s 2024 Farmer of the Year for his decades-long commitment to sustainable agriculture and leadership in conservation. Bob, who co-owns Walker Farms in Yum Yum, Tennessee, with his brother, has been a pioneer in practices like
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U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Achieves Record Growth, Reinforcing Commitment to Sustainable Practices and Traceability
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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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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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.
