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USDA To Require Electronic Ear Tags For Most Cattle, Bison During Transport
The USDA said the traceability system should help stop diseases from spreading.
|May 9th, 2024|3:46 PM
Sustainable Suppliers News
Reviving Brazil’s Babassu: A Sustainable Alternative to Imported Palm Oil for a Greener Future
Following the Amazon Cooperation Treaty Summit, Brazil's 20×20 initiative, in collaboration with the Race to Resilience, is spearheading the adoption of the babassu palm tree as a sustainable alternative to imported palm oil, promoting environmental responsibility and empowering local communities.
|January 23rd, 2024|5:37 PM
Sustainable Materials
Exploring the Sustainability of Arnica Extract: A Comprehensive Overview
Sustainable arnica cultivation entails environmentally friendly practices, such as organic farming, safeguarding soil health and ecosystem balance for a more sustainable supply chain.
|January 22nd, 2024|3:53 PM
Sustainability Standards News
Better Cotton Expands its Program in Egypt
Better Cotton’s alliance with the Cotton Egypt Association aims to extend the reach of the Better Cotton program to the fertile lands of Egypt.
|July 26th, 2023|12:32 PM
Sustainable Supply Chains
Ecovia Intelligence Explains How a Regenerative Agriculture Will Help to Achieve a Circular Economy
Ecovia Intelligence’s summit this month in Amsterdam delves into advancing the transition to a circular economy and promoting regenerative agriculture practices for a sustainable and nature-positive food system.
|June 7th, 2023|1:24 PM
Sustainable Suppliers News
Nike and Levi's Recognized for Responsible Wool Sourcing Methods
Levi Strauss & Co,Nike, Adidas, and VF Corp, are strengthening their commitments to phase out mulesing through the “Better Wool Guide”.
|July 11th, 2023|4:40 PM
Sustainability Standards News
Cotton Made in Africa Joins WTO and FIFA in Supporting African Cotton Through Football
Cotton Made in Africa (CmiA) is now supporting a joint initiative by the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) that aims to promote economic growth in developing countries through football.
|June 20th, 2024|1:52 PM
Sustainability Standards News
Aid by Trade Foundation Introduces the New Regenerative Cotton Standard
The Aid by Trade Foundation has introduced the Regenerative Cotton Standard (RCS), an innovative approach aimed at addressing challenges in the cotton and textile industry for the benefit of both textile companies and cotton farmers.
|November 7th, 2023|2:16 PM
Sustainable Supply Chains
The Story Behind Harvest & Mill 100% American Supply Chain
Having mapped its entire supply chain, Harvest & Mill serves as an iconic example for the rest of the industry when it comes to transparency and organic cotton sourcing.
|September 23rd, 2022|6:41 AM
Sustainability Standards News
WWF Compares the Six Leading Sustainable Cotton Standards
WWF's comprehensive benchmarking exercise evaluates how cotton standards such as Better Cotton, Cotton Made in Africa, Fairtrade International relate to critical sustainability issues.
|June 29th, 2023|8:16 AM
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Sustainable Brand Benchmark® Unveiled in CommonShare Webinar: Ensuring Authenticity and Compliance Amidst Sustainability Demands
CommonShare, a protocol for sustainable supply chains, has introduced the Sustainable Brand Benchmark® in its recent webinar.
|May 23rd, 2023|1:46 PM
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Sustainable Materials
Pioneering Africa's Cotton Revolution: A Collaborative Initiative Tackling Farming Challenges Head-On
The primary objective of the Innovations Club is to drive practical and impactful solutions toward revitalizing African smallholder farming ecosystems, as Cotton Made in Africa and the African Cotton Foundation unite for a sustainable future.
|June 8th, 2023|12:08 PM
Sustainability Standards News
U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Enrolls a Record-Breaking 1.6 Million Acres
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol reports a remarkable 25% growth in 2023, enrolling a record 1.6 million acres, and advancing transparency in sustainable cotton production.
|October 30th, 2023|11:35 AM