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BCI and Uzstandard Partner for Cotton Standards in Uzbekistan

BCI and Uzstandard have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to align Uzbekistan's agricultural standards with international sustainability guidelines. BCI will provide technical expertise to assist in the reform of cotton production standards. This partnership aims to integrate BCI's Principles & Criteria into national standards and potentially establish a cotton sustainability standard that aligns with global benchmarks. This is significant for the market as Uzbekistan is one of the world’s largest cotton producers reforming its agricultural practices, attracting attention to sustainable farming methods.