CG Foundation

Low Emission Farming

Reducing greenhouse gas emissions from cotton cultivation through improved agronomic practices, precision fertilisation and reduced tillage.

Six Ways We Reduce Farm Emissions

Emissions Baseline

Every enrolled farm receives an emissions baseline calculation covering fertiliser use, tillage, irrigation energy and field burning.

Precision Fertilisation

Soil-test-based fertiliser recommendations reducing N₂O emissions from over-application by up to 28% without yield loss.

No Field Burning

Elimination of post-harvest stubble burning — a major emissions source — through biochar and mulching alternatives.

Minimum Tillage

Reduced tillage practices preserve soil carbon, lower fuel consumption and cut tractor-related emissions by 15–20%.

Irrigation Efficiency

Solar pump adoption and drip irrigation reduce energy use and associated emissions while cutting water costs.

Verified Reductions

Emissions reductions are measured, reported and verified annually using Verra-approved methodologies.

Partner on Low-Emission Cotton

Source verified low-emission cotton or fund our programme through CSR.