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University of Memphis Pilot Study Finds Higher Microplastic Exposure from Polyester Apparel Compared to Cotton 10/29/2026: Research conducted by the University of Memphis explores the potential relationship between clothing materials and airborne microplastic concentrations in the personal breathing zone. Learn more NCC Appreciates USDA Investment in Domestic Fertilizer Manufacturing 10/22/2026: The National Cotton Council applauds the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s announcement of investments through the Fertilizer Investment & Expansion for Long-Term Domestic Supply (FIELDS) Program. Learn more NCC Welcomes USDA Harvest Fuel Relief Program 10/20/2026: The National Cotton Council appreciates the Trump Administration and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s announcement to provide additional assistance to agricultural producers through the Harvest Fuel Relief program. Learn more NCC Appreciates Trump Administration Action Allowing Stacking of Endorsements 10/16/2026: The National Cotton Council appreciates the Trump Administration's announcement allowing the stacking of endorsements for area-wide coverage, a policy change that will provide cotton producers with additional flexibility and risk management options as they navigate ongoing economic and production challenges. Learn more NCC Welcomes President Trump's Executive Order on Dyed Diesel 10/06/2026: The National Cotton Council greatly appreciates President Trump’s Executive Order providing temporary diesel tax relief by deferring the federal excise tax on dyed diesel used on-road through the end of the year and taking steps to help ensure farmers have access to dyed diesel fuel during periods of high demand. Learn more NCC Statement on U.S.-China Board of Trade Outcomes 09/28/2026: The National Cotton Council appreciates the Trump Administration’s efforts to improve trade relations between the United States and China and welcomes the inclusion of cotton among the products identified for potential tariff adjustments. Learn more Buying American Cotton Act Reaches 100 Congressional Co-Sponsors 09/24/2026: The National Cotton Council celebrates the bipartisan Buying American Cotton Act reaching 100 congressional co-sponsors in the U.S. House of Representatives. Learn more NCC Statement on Advancement of Farm Bill from Senate Agriculture Committee 09/16/2026: The National Cotton Council applauds the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry for advancing the Agricultural Act of 2026 and urges Congress to maintain momentum toward final passage of a full, five-year farm bill this year. Learn more NCC Statement on Waters of the U.S. Supplemental Proposal Published 09/09/2026: Today the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers published a supplemental proposal regarding the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule under the Clean Water Act. Learn more NCC Commends Trump Administration Support for Buying American Cotton Act 09/03/2026: The National Cotton Council greatly appreciates the Trump Administration for its strong support of the bipartisan Buying American Cotton Act. Learn more

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