VF Corporation used 500,000 ha of land for its cotton, with suppliers linked to deforestation

VF Corporation

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Global natural rubber production was around 13 million (Mn) tonnes (t) in 20201. Due to its monoculture nature, rubber plantation threatens native forests and biodiversity, disturbs soil and groundwater quality, and affects the micro-climate2;p657...

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