The Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) has released Version 3.2 of its Principles and Criteria (P&C), reinforcing its commitment to regenerative agriculture and enhancing its farm-level standard for cotton production. The updated framework came into effect on April 1, 2026. As a core component
Better Cotton has announced a targeted update to its Principles & Criteria (P&C), a core component of its Standard System, to ensure the framework continues to meet evolving sustainability expectations while remaining practical for farmers and partners globally. This Partial Substantive Revision, classified as “Regular” under Better Cotton’s Standard-Setting














