The BioTrade Principles and Criteria (P&C) provide a framework and a set of guidelines for economic actors to embrace sustainable practices that support the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity, and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits that promote economic and inclusive growth. The P&C are implemented and fostered by government organizations, intergovernmental organizations (IGOs), business associations, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), companies, community organizations and others in over 80 countries.