US cotton growers invited to new-season programme
US cotton growers can now enrol in the US Cotton Trust Protocol and apply for the Climate Smart Cotton Programme for the 2025 crop year.
By tracking metrics such as water use, land use and greenhouse gas emissions, growers gain insights into their farm’s environmental footprint.
Daren Abney, executive director of the Trust Protocol, said: “We’ve seen grower membership increase each year since the programme’s launch and are looking forward to welcoming growers and providing them with valuable resources in 2025. These programs provide a clear pathway for growers to meet the increasing demand for sustainably produced cotton, enhancing profitability and strengthening growers’ position in the global marketplace.”
The US Climate Smart Cotton Program is a five-year collaborative initiative that presents an opportunity for cotton growers to enhance profitability, operations and environmental stewardship, according to the Protocol.
Brand members include Levi’s, Gap, Gildan, Ralph Lauren and Next.
Image: 2023/24 U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol map representing growers from 17 states. Credit: US Cotton Trust Protocol
