Climate smart program offers new incentives
The 2025 crop year brings exciting opportunities for U.S. cotton growers with the opening of enrollment for the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol and the Climate Smart Cotton Program.
These programs are dedicated to supporting growers in sustainable cotton farming, offering tools and resources to improve environmental practices and market positioning.
By participating in the Trust Protocol, growers receive comprehensive data about their operations, helping them to optimize land, water, and energy use.
This data facilitates the adoption of best practices that reduce environmental impact and improve the overall sustainability of cotton production.
The Climate Smart Cotton Program enhances these benefits by providing financial incentives at three levels. Starting with a basic membership reward, growers can explore and implement new sustainable practices with reduced financial risk.
More advanced levels offer additional funds for adopting specific agricultural changes and for achieving measurable reductions in carbon emissions.
"We’ve seen grower membership increase each year since the program’s launch and are looking forward to welcoming growers and providing them with valuable resources in 2025," said Daren Abney, Executive Director of the Trust Protocol.
For detailed information on enrollment and the benefits of these programs, cotton growers can visit TrustUSCotton.org or contact their regional Grower Enrollment Specialist for personalized support.
This initiative represents a critical step towards sustainable agriculture, ensuring the U.S. remains a leader in responsibly produced cotton, enhancing both environmental outcomes and economic gains for growers.