USDA June 2020 Cotton Acreage Report

In its June acreage report, USDA estimated 2020 U.S. cotton plantings at 12.19 million acres, 11.3% less than in 2019.

Field to Market and U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Announce  Partnership

Field to Market: The Alliance for Sustainable Agriculture and the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol announced a new agreement on June 25 that formalizes a partnership to document and accelerate sustainable outcomes for U.S. cotton production.

Respect EPA’s Dicamba Decision & Protect Farmers’ Livelihoods During Growing Season

Grower Coalition Files Amicus Brief to Defend Continued Use of Existing Stocks

Dicamba Availability Critical to Cotton Production Stability

The NCC is grateful for EPA’s quick action enabling cotton producers to use existing stocks of three dicamba formulations this season.

Dicamba Herbicides Are Essential Tool

The NCC says U.S. cotton producers will face a serious challenge if unable to use dicamba herbicides this season.

National Cotton Council Response to KSU Study

Cotton LEADS (SM) Program Welcomes Delta Apparel

Company's Commitment Emphasizes Support for Sustainable Cotton in Brand Supply Chain

Trust Protocol Selects Control Union Certifications

The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol selected Control Union Certifications North America to implement an independent, third-party verification program for the Trust Protocol system.

U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Added to Textile Exchange Preferred Fibers/Materials

The Trust Protocol will join BCI, CmiA, Fairtrade Cotton, Organic Cotton and Recycled Cotton as a preferred cotton fiber.

Cotton Council International Joins Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC)

In joining SAC, CCI will use the group’s sustainability measurement suite of tools, the Higg Index, to drive environmental and social responsibility throughout its supply chain.

Cotton Newsline: July 3, 2020

After the upcoming July 4th holiday recess, the House of Representatives will direct its focus on twelve appropriation bills for fiscal year 2021, which begins on October 1st.