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A Woman Worker Navigating Climate Challenges in Pakistan

Meet Amina, a farm worker facing the challenges of climate change.

From Diamond Mines to Organic Fertilisers

The story of Yogeshbhai Bharatbhai Kidecha, a BCI Farmer from Gujarat

Enhancing Biodiversity in Cotton Farming: A Scalable Methodology

How can we adopt biodiversity practices into agricultural systems on a global scale?

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Our roadmap for our decent work activities charts a transformative path towards dignified livelihoods for millions of people.

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Featured

Farmer Stories

Meet the farmers behind BCI Cotton

Investing in Farming Communities

How we support cotton farmers

Our Organisation

Featured

Annual Report

Learn more about our progress and impact

How it Works

Our Standard

Our Offerings

Our Mission & Approach

Featured

2030 Strategy: Midterm Refresh

Reviewing our strategy at the halfway point to 2030

Thought Pieces

Read more about our vision for the cotton sector

Global Reach

Featured

Where BCI Cotton is Grown

Learn about our global programmes

Get Involved

Find out how to get involved in our field-level programme

Partners & Farmer Initiatives

Featured

A Woman Worker Navigating Climate Challenges in Pakistan

Meet Amina, a farm worker facing the challenges of climate change.

From Diamond Mines to Organic Fertilisers

The story of Yogeshbhai Bharatbhai Kidecha, a Better Cotton Farmer from Gujarat

Results & Evidence of Impact

Featured

10-Year US Impact Report

Key insights from 10 years of cross-sector collaboration in the US

India Impact Report

Explore the progress of farmers in the Better Cotton Initiative’s India programme

Priority Areas

Featured

Enhancing Biodiversity in Cotton Farming: A Scalable Methodology

How can we adopt biodiversity practices into agricultural systems on a global scale?

Our Decent Work Roadmap

Our roadmap for our decent work activities charts a transformative path towards dignified livelihoods for millions of people.

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Find out about our member portal

BCI Platform

Learn about our online system supporting the sourcing of BCI Cotton

Explore Members

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myBCI

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BCI Platform

Our online system supporting the sourcing of BCI Cotton

Sourcing BCI Cotton

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myBCI

Our member portal

BCI Platform

Our online system supporting the sourcing of BCI Cotton

Media Centre

Featured

05 June 2025

Better Cotton Initiative Announces Nick Weatherill As New CEO

19 June 2025

Better Cotton To Become a Regenerative Standard

Reports & Publications
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Comprehensive FAQs on Certification & Sourcing Physical Better Cotton – English

Comprehensive FAQs on Certification & Sourcing Physical Better Cotton – English

Joe Morphet on July 18, 2025

Join us for an informative and interactive webinar where we’ll walk you through the most frequently asked questions related to supplier certification, Better Cotton Platform (BCP) accounts, membership upgrades, and more.

Key topics to be covered:

  • Membership vs Non-Member Supplier Accounts
  • Upgrading Non-Member BCP Account to Membership
  • Certifying Additional Units within the same group of company
  • Addressing Common Questions and Issues Related to Fees
  • Understanding Various Supplier Account Types
Read more

Comprehensive FAQs on Certification & Sourcing Physical Better Cotton – English

Joe Morphet on July 18, 2025

Join us for an informative and interactive webinar where we’ll walk you through the most frequently asked questions related to supplier certification, Better Cotton Platform (BCP) accounts, membership upgrades, and more.

Key topics to be covered:

  • Membership vs Non-Member Supplier Accounts
  • Upgrading Non-Member BCP Account to Membership
  • Certifying Additional Units within the same group of company
  • B2B Labelling & eligibility
  • Addressing Common Questions and Issues Related to Fees
  • Understanding Various Supplier Account Types
Read more

Training on Better Cotton Platform for Lint Traders

Alex Munoz on July 1, 2025

Join us for an informative webinar where we’ll talk you through the updates to the Physical functionality of the Better Cotton Platform.

Note – this session is only for organisations sourcing Physical Better Cotton Lint from the following countries during the 2025 harvest season (and into the future): China, Côte d’Ivoire, Greece, India, Mali, Mozambique, Pakistan, Spain, Tajikistan, Türkiye.

Read more

Training on Better Cotton Platform for Lint Traders

Alex Munoz on July 1, 2025

Join us for an informative webinar where we’ll talk you through the updates to the Physical functionality of the Better Cotton Platform.

Note – this session is only for organisations sourcing Physical Better Cotton Lint from the following countries during the 2025 harvest season (and into the future): China, Côte d’Ivoire, Greece, India, Mali, Mozambique, Pakistan, Spain, Tajikistan, Türkiye.

Read more

Better Cotton General Assembly

Joe Morphet on June 25, 2025

We are excited to announce that Better Cotton General Assembly is scheduled to take place virtually 14:00 CET on Thursday, 18 September 2025. This meeting is an opportunity for members to receive key updates from Better Cotton, in addition to the official presentation of the audited accounts and activity report for approval by Members.

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Supplier Training Programme – BCP Training for Sourcing Physical – English

Alex Munoz on June 18, 2025

This event is for suppliers and manufacturers based in Europe, Middle East, Africa and North America ONLY.

The Supplier Training Program (STP) is tailored to support suppliers and manufacturers participating in Better Cotton by providing a comprehensive understanding of our mission and objectives. It offers detailed guidance on Better Cotton’s Chain of Custody Guidelines, which are grounded in the Mass Balance system, and facilitates familiarity with the Better Cotton Platform. Additionally, the program emphasizes a more technical understanding of the organization’s business framework.

Read more

Supplier Training Programme: FAQs on Certification and Sourcing Physical Better Cotton – English

Alex Munoz on June 18, 2025

This event is for suppliers and manufacturers based in Europe, Middle East, Africa and North America ONLY.

The Supplier Training Program (STP) is tailored to support suppliers and manufacturers participating in Better Cotton by providing a comprehensive understanding of our mission and objectives. It offers detailed guidance on Better Cotton’s Chain of Custody Guidelines, which are grounded in the Mass Balance system, and facilitates familiarity with the Better Cotton Platform. Additionally, the program emphasizes a more technical understanding of the organization’s business framework.

Read more

Supplier Training Programme: Introduction to Certification

Alex Munoz on June 18, 2025

This event is for suppliers and manufacturers based in Europe, Middle East, Africa and North America ONLY.

The Supplier Training Program (STP) is tailored to support suppliers and manufacturers participating in Better Cotton by providing a comprehensive understanding of our mission and objectives. It offers detailed guidance on Better Cotton’s Chain of Custody Guidelines, which are grounded in the Mass Balance system, and facilitates familiarity with the Better Cotton Platform. Additionally, the program emphasizes a more technical understanding of the organization’s business framework.

Read more

Supplier Training Programme: Better Cotton Sourcing – Mass Balance and Physical

Joe Morphet on June 10, 2025

The Supplier Training Program (STP) is tailored to support suppliers and manufacturers participating in Better Cotton by providing a comprehensive understanding of our mission and objectives.

It offers detailed guidance on Better Cotton’s Chain of Custody Guidelines, which are grounded in the Mass Balance system, and facilitates familiarity with the Better Cotton Platform.

Additionally, the programme emphasises a more technical understanding of the organisation’s business framework.

Read more

Why Should Your Organisation Become a Better Cotton Member? Introduction for Retailers and Brands – English

Alex Munoz on May 23, 2025

Join us for an insightful webinar on the advantages of becoming a Retailer and Brand Member of Better Cotton. Discover how your business can support sustainable cotton production while meeting your sourcing goals.
In this session, we’ll provide an overview of Better Cotton’s farm-level standard, sourcing models, and how sourcing Better Cotton contributes to our mission and helps you meet your sustainable sourcing targets. You’ll also gain practical guidance on the membership application process, measuring your cotton consumption, and fulfilling membership requirements.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how your organisation can drive positive change in the cotton industry.
Read more

Why Should Your Organisation Become a BCI Member? Introduction for Retailers and Brands – English

Alex Munoz on May 23, 2025

Join us for an insightful webinar on the advantages of becoming a Retailer and Brand Member of the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI). Discover how your business can support sustainable cotton production while meeting your sourcing goals.
In this session, we’ll provide an overview of BCI’s farm-level standard, sourcing models, and how sourcing BCI Cotton contributes to our mission and helps you meet your sustainable sourcing targets. You’ll also gain practical guidance on the membership application process, measuring your cotton consumption, and fulfilling membership requirements.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how your organisation can drive positive change in the cotton industry.
Read more
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