BCI Farm Trace

BCI FarmTrace is a digital tool designed to support the verification of seed cotton transactions between Ginners, Buyers, and Farmers. It introduces a streamlined, secure, and transparent way to record and validate purchases, helping improve data accuracy and support Better Cotton recognition.

Key Features
- Two User Roles: Ginner: Can buy directly from Farmers and accept transactions from Buyers, Buyer (Intermediary): Can buy from Farmers and sell to Ginners.
- OTP-Based Verification: Each transaction must be approved by the Farmer using a one-time password (OTP) sent via SMS. This ensures that only verified transactions are recorded.
- Manual Verification Option: If an OTP cannot be used, transactions can be manually verified by BCI to maintain integrity.
- Farmer Database Access: Buyers can access a verified list of Farmers, making it easier to manage relationships and transactions.
- Paperless Record Keeping: Replace manual paperwork with a centralized digital system that keeps all transactions organized and accessible.

Why Use BCI FarmTrace?
- Improve the accuracy and reliability of seed cotton transaction data.
- Help Farmers get their cotton recognized as Better Cotton.
- Simplify workflows for Buyers and Ginners.
- Enhance transparency and trust across the supply chain.

BCI FarmTrace is currently being piloted with selected users and is tailored to meet the needs of those involved in the Better Cotton initiative.