At Egedeniz Textile, sustainable farming practices are at the heart of our ESG commitments. In recent weeks, we were honored to host a critical field visit within the framework of the Organic Cotton Accelerator (OCA) Capacity Building Program. The purpose of the visit was to share best practices in regenerative organic cotton production directly with leading industry players on-site.
On-Site Inspection of Regenerative Practices
As a vital step in the agronomy training and seasonal field visits series, our participants had the opportunity to closely examine the innovative techniques applied in our regenerative organic cotton fields at the International Agricultural Research and Training Center (UTAEM). Guided by the expertise of Ms. Ülfet Erdal from UTAEM, participants received detailed information on practices that enhance soil health, support biodiversity, and strengthen climate resilience.
These collaborations not only strengthen Egedeniz’s projects but also bolster our efforts to raise the standards of regenerative organic cotton farming at a national level. The participants’ hands-on experience in the field creates a positive ripple effect by transferring knowledge directly back to the cotton farms.
Why Regenerative Organic Cotton?
Regenerative organic practices go beyond basic organic certification by aiming to increase the soil’s carbon sequestration capacity, optimize water usage, and revitalize the agricultural ecosystem. Our adoption of this approach at Egedeniz is a testament to our commitment to creating a long-term, environmentally conscious, high-quality, and traceable supply chain.
We extend our special thanks to the OCA Turkey team, UTAEM, and all the valuable company representatives who participated in this productive field visit.
The Egedeniz Textile ESG Department will continue to invest in the future of regenerative organic agriculture in Turkey and take responsibility for bringing awareness to the fair and sustainable textile industry.
