Organic cotton used in our blends comes exclusively from certified organic agriculture (GOTS) that cares not only about the sustainability of the production, but also about the social wellness of the workers involved all along the supply chain.
Organic production systems replenish and maintain soil fertility, expand biologically diverse agriculture, and prohibit the use of synthetic toxic and persistent pesticides and fertilizers, as well as genetically engineered (GMO) seed.
Organic cotton is grown using methods and materials that have a positive impact on the environment. Farming methods (such as composting, mulching and crop rotation) build a “living soil” and eliminate toxic and harmful chemicals from the production system. Organic farmers have also an alternative approach to managing pests such as insects and weeds: this includes natural (or “non-synthetic”) materials that are derived from mineral, plant, or animal matter and do not undergo a synthetic process5 such as garlic, hydrogen peroxide, neem oil, and vinegar.
This focus on soil health means it may take some years for the land to reach a state of optimal productivity but, once it has, yields are comparable with those achieved through synthetic fertilizers that support plant growth but do very little to improve soil fertility over the longer term. Soils rich in organic matter are also proven to hold water more efficiently than those with less organic matter.