Traceable
Cotton
Connecting global fashion brands with verified regenerative cotton ecosystems across West Africa.
THE 919 SOURCE STORY
919 Source is building the traceable sourcing infrastructure that connects global fashion brands with verified cotton ecosystems across West Africa.
Working alongside producer organizations, researchers, and industry partners, we help unlock greater market access for farming communities while enabling brands to build more transparent, resilient, and climate-ready supply chains.
Our work goes beyond sourcing cotton. We are developing the systems, partnerships, and data needed to improve farmer livelihoods, strengthen climate resilience, and create long-term value across the cotton value chain—from seed to stitch.
West African Cotton • Verified Origin
Regenerative Farming • Global Fashion
West African Cotton • Verified Origin Regenerative Farming • Global Fashion
We envision a world where every cotton field strengthens the communities that cultivate it, every supply chain is transparent by design, and every sourcing decision creates lasting value—from seed to stitch.
01- Farmer Income
Target: +33% farmer income
We aim to increase farmer earnings by connecting cotton producers to higher-value markets, long-term buyers, and verified sourcing premiums.
02- Yield Stability
Target: 15% improvement in yield stability
We support farming practices that help reduce production volatility caused by drought, delayed rainfall, flooding, and pest pressure.
03- Farm Profitability
Target: +25% farm profitability
By improving market access and reducing dependency on costly inputs, we aim to help farmers retain more value from every harvest.
04- Soil Organ Carbon
Target: +10% over 5 years
We track soil health improvements through regenerative practices that support fertility, water retention, and long-term land resilience.
05- GHG Emissions Intensity
Target: 20% lower emissions intensity
We aim to reduce emissions per kilogram of cotton through improved soil management, lower input use, and climate-smart production systems.
06- Brand Impact Story
100% traceable origin data
We help brands tell a verified farm-to-fashion story backed by sourcing data, farmer outcomes, and measurable environmental progress.