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In just over 10 years we have become the world’s largest cotton sustainability programme. Our mission: to help cotton communities survive and thrive, while protecting and restoring the environment.
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Better Cotton is grown in 22 countries around the world and accounts for 22% of global cotton production. In the 2022-23 cotton season, 2.13 million licensed Better Cotton Farmers grew 5.47 million tonnes of Better Cotton.
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Today Better Cotton has more than 2,700 members, reflecting the breadth and diversity of the industry. Members of a global community that understands the mutual benefits of sustainable cotton farming. The moment you join, you become part of this too.
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The founding premise of Better Cotton is that a healthy sustainable future for cotton and the people that farm it is in the interests of everyone connected with it.
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By Chelsea Reinhardt, Director, Standards & Assurance Regenerative agriculture seems to be on everyone’s radar these days. From new regenerative agriculture certifications to sourcing commitments from big brands, the concept is gaining traction. Many regenerative practices are already woven …
Better Cotton Joins Industry Leaders and Experts to Drive Impact on the Sustainable Apparel Coalition Board of Directors
Last month, Lena Staafgard, COO of Better Cotton was elected to sit as a Director on the Sustainable Apparel Coalition Board (SAC) representing the Affiliate Category of the SAC Membership. The SAC is a global, multi-stakeholder non-profit alliance for the …
Summary of the Evaluation of Outcomes in Pakistan 2016
Analysis conducted to identify outcome level deliverables as a result of BCI facilitation in Bahawalpur and Sanghar districts, Pakistan. Developed by APP, 2016.
Measuring Cotton Consumption
Here you will find guidance and requirements on how Better Cotton Members calculate their total annual cotton fibre consumption. Why do I need to calculate my annual cotton fibre consumption? What happens if I miss the deadline for submissions? We answer …
Measuring Cotton Consumption
Here you will find guidance and requirements on how Better Cotton Members calculate their total annual cotton fibre consumption. You will also find guidance on how Retailer & Brand Members can arrange Independent Assessment of their cotton fibre consumption measurements. …
Better Cotton Supplier Training Programme: Turkish
Better Cotton’s Supplier Training Programme (STP) is designed to help suppliers understand Better Cotton’s mission, learn about the Better Cotton Chain of Custody Guidelines which is based on mass-balance administration, and familiarise themselves with the Better Cotton Platform. These webinars have a more technical focus on the business of Better Cotton.
Better Cotton Supplier Training Programme: English
Better Cotton’s Supplier Training Programme (STP) is designed to help suppliers understand Better Cotton’s mission, learn about the Better Cotton Chain of Custody Guidelines which is based on mass-balance administration, and familiarise themselves with the Better Cotton Platform. These webinars have a more technical focus on the business of Better Cotton.
Better Cotton Introduction for Suppliers and Manufacturers
This series of public webinars aim to provide you an introduction to BCI, Better Cotton, BCI Membership offer and Better Cotton Platform supplier registration while simultaneously addressing your related queries.
Supplier Training Programme: Portugese
Better Cotton’s Supplier Training Programme (STP) is designed to help suppliers understand Better Cotton’s mission, learn about the Better Cotton Chain of Custody Guidelines which is based on mass-balance administration, and familiarise themselves with the Better Cotton Platform. These webinars have a more technical focus on the business of Better Cotton.
BCI Update on Measuring and Reporting Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Join us for an update on BCI’s work to measure and report greenhouse gas emissions. During the webinar we will share the results of global research and analysis conducted in collaboration with Anthesis. This will include insight into progress with the quantification of GHG emissions of Better Cotton production, identification of key drivers, and exploration of recommendations for reducing emissions.
Better Cotton Introduction for Retailers & Brands
This series of public webinars will provide an introduction to BCI, details around the Better Cotton Standard System, sourcing, communications, and membership information for retailers and brands.
Better Cotton Introduction for Suppliers and Manufacturers
This series of public webinars aim to provide you an introduction to BCI, Better Cotton, BCI Membership offer and Better Cotton Platform supplier registration while simultaneously addressing your related queries.