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 commitment to sustainability within the cotton industry.
“We are proud to see steady increase in grower enrollment for the Trust Protocol for a fifth consecutive year, reflecting a continued commitment to sustainability within the cotton industry,” said Daren Abney, U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Executive Director. “It is a collective effort that brings more responsibly produced cotton into the market, providing brands and retailers with greater access to sustainable sourcing options.”
With the increase of 35%, enrollment for 2024 now totals 1,327 growers participating in the Trust Protocol. Enrolled acres for the 2023 crop year resulted in a yield of 1.9. million bales of cotton. The expanded acreage for 2024 will further enhance the availability of sustainable cotton in the market.
Read more online here: https://trustuscotton.org/trust-protocol-grower-enrollment-climbs-for-fifth-straight-year/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2SN2jP8OOETa8aOvKmU_OrWc2EcuAPOsUoGCdA3cARSvY_ER8JQURIyiA_aem_2XR6VaneFs5a1g4ix5an6Q
