Research & Publications: Advancing Sustainability in Cotton Farming

Cotton and Biodegradability
Peer-reviewed research showing how cotton biodegrades in soil, water, and compost, and why synthe
Cotton & Circularity: The Natural Loop
Learn how cotton supports a circular economy through reuse, recycling, biodegradation, and return
Water & Cotton Production
The latest facts and figures on water used for cotton production.
Cotton & Regenerative Agriculture
For cotton, regenerative agriculture means using farming practices that enhance soil health, impr
Cotton & Carbon Storage
Cotton’s carbon journey begins in the atmosphere, where plants capture CO₂ through photosynth
Comparing Conventional & Organic Cotton Production
Compare organic and conventional cotton production methods, yields, and certification.
Land Use & Cotton Production
See how cotton uses land efficiently, producing food and fiber while improving soil health.
What To Know About Carbon Markets
Carbon markets are emerging as a way to incentivize producers towards adopting more conservation
About the US Cotton Trust Protocol – Fact Sheet
An overview of an exciting new tool for the global cotton supply chain.
Pesticides & Cotton Production – Fact Sheet
This fact sheet explores the role of pesticides in cotton production, highlighting their necessit
Everything You’ve Heard about Cotton is Wrong – Fact Sheet
Refuting “Alternative Facts” About Cotton.