GP Cotton hosted a panel discussion that addressed sustainable cotton farming, its environmental impact, social responsibility and economic viability.

The event brought together stakeholders from the cotton industry value chain to discuss the development, challenges, and opportunities ahead.

The discussion highlighted the importance of sustainable practices for enhancing resilience, reducing environmental impact, and supporting rural development. Speakers shared success stories and innovative strategies, emphasizing the critical role of policy and industry collaboration in driving change.

Speakers included:
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‍Majnun Mammadov: Minister of Agriculture, Azerbaijan
John Young Simpson: Chairman, GP Cotton Holdings
Yannis Bellinghausen: Director of Standards, Better Cotton Initiative
Eric Trachtenberg: Executive Director, International Cotton Advisory Committee (ICAC)
Mirmuxsin Sultanov: Chairman, UzTextile Association
Rovshan Mahmudov: CEO, Prime Cotton

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GP Cotton hosted a panel discussion that addressed sustainable cotton farming, its environmental impact, social responsibility and economic viability.

The event brought together stakeholders from the cotton industry value chain to discuss the development, challenges, and opportunities ahead.

The discussion highlighted the importance of sustainable practices for enhancing resilience, reducing environmental impact, and supporting rural development. Speakers shared success stories and innovative strategies, emphasizing the critical role of policy and industry collaboration in driving change.

Moderated by Gulnara Hasanova, Advisor to the Supervisory Board, GP Cotton Holdings.

Speakers included:
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Tara McCarthy: Global Vice President for Environmental, Social, and Governance, Alltech
Donald Moore: Executive Director, Global Dairy Platform
Josefina Eisele: Regional Director (Latin America), Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef
John Young Simpson: Chairman, GP Cotton Holdings
Dr. Bruno Brasil: Director for Sustainable Production and Irrigation, Brazil's Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock
Marilyn Hershey: Chair, Dairy Management Inc.
Jason Weller: Global Sustainability Director, JBS Foods  

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GiLTEX hosted a panel discussion that addressed efficient water use, bringing together experts and industry leaders to share best practices and successful examples from Azerbaijan and other countries around the world.

The event emphasized the vital role of sustainable water management in addressing climate change and advancing eco-friendly textile production practices.

Discussions focused on the urgent need for adopting efficient water management methods on a global scale.

Speakers included:
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John Young Simpson: Chairman, GP Cotton Holdings
Kamran Aghasi: CEO, GILTEX
Robyne Anderson: President, Emerging AG
Joshua Dixon: CEO, Rivulis
Muzaffar Razakov: CEO, Global Textile

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