The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol has partnered with TextileGenesis to track and trace cotton fiber on its blockchain platform. The aim is to encourage sustainable practices across the cotton supply chain and enhance its transparency with consumers and retailers. Launched in 2020, the Trust Protocol has over 300 brands, retailers, mills and manufacturers in its member network, including Gap and Next.
Transparency and traceability practices are growing in demand across almost all industries. Consumers want to know where their product is coming from and the ethical implications of its production. A transparent and traceable supply chain forces suppliers to be more conscious of their production choices, and using blockchain enhances the trust in manufacturer claims.
The cotton industry is no different. The raw material provides an income for over 250 million people worldwide and employs almost 7% of labor in developing countries. However, it’s production also involves fairly unsustainable practices as it requires large amounts of water, contributes to soil erosion and degradation, often pollutes nearby water bodies, and working conditions for farmers are far from ideal.
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