Rupee closed 02 paise lower at 87.73 per dollarAt the close, the Sensex was down 166.26 points or 0.21 per cent at 80,543.99 and the Nifty was down 75.35 points or 0.31 per cent at 24,574.20. About 1292 stocks advanced, 2594 declined and 144 stocks remained unchanged.READ MORE :- "India: Major cotton supplier to Bangladesh"
India still remains a 'preferred' source of cotton for BangladeshBangladesh spinners and traders still prefer India as a major destination for cotton and yarn imports due to factors such as proximity, low transportation cost and easy availability of required raw materials,industry insiders have pointed out.Due to these advantages, they usually import a large quantity of cotton from neighbouring India,Data compiled by the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and ExportersAssociation (BGMEA) based on central bank data showed thatBangladesh imported 19.40 per cent of its required raw cotton from India in fiscal year 2023-24, valued atUS$684 million.According to available data, Bangladesh imported cotton - carded andcombed - worth US$3.52 billion in fiscal year 2023-24.Brazil remained the country's second largest destination for cotton imports with a 16.11 percent share in FY2024, followed by Benin at 12.03 percent and the US at 10.12 percent.Bangladesh imported cotton worth $568 million from Brazil, $424 million from Benin and $357 million from the US, respectively, in FY2024.About 8.0 percent of the imported cotton in the said fiscal year came from Burkina Faso, about 7.80 percent from Australia, 7.01 percent from Mali and 6.94 percent from Cameroon.According to the data, Bangladesh also imported cotton worth $4.0 million and US$2.0 million from China and Pakistan, respectively.However, textile mill owners and garment exporters have anticipated that the volume of cotton imports from the US will increase significantly as the Trump administration has recently announced that Bangladeshi-made RMGs will get conditional duty exemption on using at least 20 per cent of US raw materials such as cotton. BGMEA president Mahmud Hasan Khan said Bangladesh imports most of its cotton requirement from India.The latest conditional duty exemption by the US on using at least 20 per cent US cotton to produce exportable garments for the country may reduce cotton imports from other countries as local exporters are expected to increase their imports from the US to enjoy this benefit. He said that initially, imports from Brazil will come down, followed by Australia, India and then African countries. Ha-Mim Group managing director A.K. Azad, while talking to FE, said that they import cotton mostly from India, Brazil and Africa. He said that Bangladesh's cotton imports from the US will now increase since the announcement of duty benefits.However, he said that though US cotton is comparatively expensive,its quality is good as it has a low wastage rate.He said his company needs organic cotton, and Bangladesh imports it mostly from India as other countries are unable to supply it,However, Mr Chowdhury said that though the quality of US cotton is better than other countries in terms of colour, whiteness and low wastage rate, they still cannot use US cotton in some woven products as it has 'lack of fibre'. Echoing the same, Abdullah Hil Naqib, deputy managing director of Team Group, said they import cotton from China and India to produce yarn, fabric and exportable ready-made garment items. However, he said clarification is required about the extent of duty exemption applicable in export of garment products to the US market. He also indicated that the use of US cotton will increase in the coming days. Apart from cotton, Bangladeshi garment manufacturers prefer to use Indian yarn due to high prices of locally produced yarn and reduction in incentives.Local textile mill owners argued that poor gas supply hampers local yarn production, increasing manufacturing costs. They said India exports yarn to Bangladesh at dumping rates. Speaking to FE, Fazlul Haque, former president of the Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA), said yarn imports from India have mostly increased due to an oversupply of locally produced goods. He said the average price difference between local and imported combed yarn has widened to 40 cents per kilogram.He further said garment manufacturers, who have greater capacities including large storage facilities and long lead times, prefer imported yarn. Moreover, the rate of incentives, which earlier encouraged RMG exporters to buy yarn from the local market, has been reduced by the government.According to USITC data, Bangladesh imported yarn worth US$2.9 billion in 2023.In 2023, about 56 percent of total cotton or US$1.6 billion worth was imported for yarn production and Indian cotton imports accounted for a third of total imports.read more:- Exporters' demands: Term loan moratorium and cotton import duty waiver
Textile exporters seek term loan moratorium, duty waiver on cotton importsTextile exporters have urged the government to remove the 11 per cent import duty on cotton to sustain exports amid the growing uncertainty over the 25 per cent import duty levied by the US.The demand from the US has already slowed down and is expected to come down by 10-15 per cent in this fiscal.In a meeting held between the Textile Export Promotion Councils (EPCs) and Piyush Goyal, Minister of Commerce and Industry, the industry had raised issues facing the textile and apparel export sector, especially in view of fresh 25 per cent reciprocal tariff imposed by the United States.Siddhartha Rajagopal, Executive Director, the Cotton Textiles Export Promotion Council said the industry had expressed deep concern over the potential adverse impact of the reciprocal tariff on textile and clothing exports and stressed on the urgent need for financial support measures and relief.The key issues raised during the discussion included the demand for a two-year moratorium on term loans, the revival of the Interest Equalisation Scheme, and a five-year extension of Rebate of State and Central Taxes and Levies and Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products benefits.Input-output normsThe exporters also requested that the import duty of 11 per cent on cotton should be removed so that raw materials are made available at international prices, he said. The industry also sought the easing of the input-output norms under the Advance Authorisation scheme.The Minister suggested that government was ready to help the exporters to tide over the high duty by reducing manufacturing and transaction costs including electricity and logistics costs, rationalising duties, labour reforms, refunding taxes, addressing banking and credit issues and issues in GST to improve competitiveness and mitigate loss of employment, he said.Apparel exporters expect the uncertainty kicked off by the punitive US import duty will be resolved in the next 2-3 months as the bilateral trade talks still continue.Premal Udani, Managing Director, Kaytee Corporation, one of the largest apparel exporters said even the buyers in the US who have placed orders with India do not know how to deal with the current development as there are a lot of pending orders for the forthcoming holiday and festival season including Christmas.“The Indian government has been very receptive in these challenging times and willing to support the industry which has been the largest employers after agriculture,” he said.read more:- Rupee opened 09 paise higher at 87.71 per dollar
The Indian rupee opened 09 paise higher at 87.71 due to a rise in the dollar index.After closing at 87.80 in the previous session, the rupee opened at 87.71 against the dollar.read more :-Rupee higher 01 Paise Against USD, Closes at 87.80
The Indian rupee on tuesday higher 01 paise to close at 87.80 per dollar, while it opened at 87.81 in the morning.At close, the Sensex was down 308.47 points or 0.38 percent at 80,710.25, and the Nifty was down 73.20 points or 0.30 percent at 24,649.55. About 1708 shares advanced, 2184 shares declined, and 143 shares unchanged.read more :- FTA will provide relief from tariff: Exporters
India’s textile exporters say US tariff hit can be offset by FTAsIndia’s textile exporters say exports loss because of the imposition of 25 per cent tariffs by US President Donald Trump will be compensated by gains in exports due to free trade agreements (FTAs) India has signed with other nations.Exporters remain confident about their future and are urging the government to take proactive steps to support the industry. Champalal Bothra, National Chairman of the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), told ANI that, "Despite Donald Trump imposing tariffs on India, the textile industry is not facing any problems. We want to tell the Indian government that the 35 per cent of our exports that go to the US can be compensated through free trade agreements (FTAs) by amending government policies and by exporting to other countries by reducing costs. If any country tries to bind it, India will not stop. The trader here will not work under the pressure of tariffs; it will find a new market and thrive."India responds strongly to Trump’s “more tariff” threatTextile traders from Surat told ANI that their market will not be affected by the new tariffs. They believe that Indian traders are capable of overcoming such challenges by exploring new markets and reducing manufacturing costs.Bothra added, “India’s textile traders are in such a strong position that they can create their market anywhere in the world. The US introduced Indian clothes in countries like Bangladesh, Vietnam and Cambodia in such a way that it showed India as a competitor to China.”He further stressed that with proper government support, especially for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), India can face tariffs effectively. “New markets can be found in Europe, South Africa, Japan or Central Asia,” he said.Trump tariffs: India may extend support to vulnerable sectors worst affectedEchoing a similar sentiment, textile trader Vikas Gupta said, “The tariff being imposed by the US is in discussion; side by side, the Indian government should explore parallel options, like changes in policies and subsidies, so that our manufacturing cost reduces and the 35 per cent supply to the US is maintained along with finding other markets.”He added, “We can then also take it as an opportunity. There are European, African and Asian countries where we have the scope to compete. If the government policies are good, we can also supply material to Vietnam, Bangladesh and China. People of Surat have never worked under pressure and never will. We will maintain our business through reduced costing instead.” With confidence in their resilience and a call for better policies, India’s textile industry is gearing up to overcome global trade challenges and continue its growth. read more:- Textile ministry likely to meet industry players next week over US tariffs.
Textiles ministry may discuss US tariffs with industryUnion Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh will meet industry stakeholders next week to deliberate upon the potential impact of US President Donald Trump's announcement to impose a 25 per cent tariff on India and seek their views on the issue, according to sources.The US is India's largest market for textile and apparel exports, accounting for about 25 per cent of the country's total outbound shipment from the sector.Discussions in the meeting will also revolve around realising opportunities arising for India's textile sector from the UK-India FTA, which was signed last month, as the government and industry want to leave no stone unturned to achieve the textile export target of USD 100 billion by 2030, and mitigate the potential impact of the US tariff announcement, sources told PTI.While it would be "premature" to talk about any measures being considered to support domestic textile exporters in light of the US announcement, they said, the government wants to seek the industry's feedback at this juncture and discuss the challenges and opportunities in terms of the UK-India FTA and other markets with untapped potential."We are continuously engaging with the industry. The minister has asked for a meeting. We will be talking to different players, the major garment export firms from India. Discussions will also revolve around realising opportunities arising for the textile sector from the UK-India FTA," according to sources."The industry has set a target of USD 100 billion by 2030, which it is keen to achieve. So, they are looking at a variety of products and also at different markets. They are looking at strengthening and consolidating the existing markets. The government has also announced the Export Promotion Mission." The US on Friday slapped a 25 per cent tariff on India, potentially impacting about half of the USD 86 billion Indian exports to America, while the other half, including pharmaceuticals, electronics, and petroleum products, continued to be exempted from the levy.The sectors, which would bear the brunt of 25 per cent duty include textiles/ clothing (10.3 billion), gems and jewellery (12 billion), shrimp (USD 2.24 billion), leather and footwear (USD 1.18 billion), animal products (USD 2 billion), chemicals (2.34 billion), and electrical and mechanical machinery (about USD 9 billion).read more :- Telengana : Robust Cotton Crop Anticipated In Adilabad
Telangana: Good yield expected from cotton crop in AdilabadAdilabad : A robust cotton crop is anticipated this season in Adilabad district, thanks to timely rains and full seed germination. Farmers are currently busy weeding their fields. The agriculture department expects high yields under these favourable weather conditions. The Central government has raised the minimum support price (MSP) for cotton to ₹8,110 per quintal, up from last year’s ₹7,521. Farmers are hopeful of strong returns, though private traders typically set purchase prices; the Cotton Corporation of India intervenes only if market rates fall below the MSP.District agriculture officer Sridhar Swamy reported that 4.40 lakh acres were sown with cotton this kharif. While initial urea shortages delayed fertiliser application for some, supplies arrived in time to support healthy plant growth. Recent heavy rains have spurred significant weed growth, and farmers have hired laborers for weeding operations. Local grower Dayakar Patel noted that farmers who followed departmental sowing guidelines are likely to see the best outcomes. Although full germination occurred, a few farmers plan second sowings due to earlier urea delays. In July, Adilabad police seized 150 bags (67.5 quintals) of urea, worth ₹3 lakh, being smuggled to Maharashtra from Bela mandal. Meanwhile, flood inundation along the Penganga River caused less crop damage in Jainad and Bela mandals this year than in the previous monsoon.read more :- Rupee open Falls 16 Paise to 87.81/USD
Indian rupee opens 16 paise lower at 87.81 on rally in dollar indexIndian rupee is trading lower by 16 paise at 87.81 per dollar versus previous close of 87.65.read more :- Agriculture News: Good news for farmers! 'CCI' offers cotton at Rs 8,100
CCI offers Rs 8,100 for cotton, relief to farmersJalgaon: This year, Kharif crops have been sown in seven lakh hectares in the district. However, there has been a decrease of one and a half lakh hectares in the cultivation of cotton, called 'white gold'. At the same time, farmers have opted for the cultivation of maize and soybean, which provide economic stability. Till last year, 'CCI', in collaboration with traders, had given low prices for cotton. However, this year 'CCI' will offer cotton to farmers at the rate of eight thousand one hundred rupees per quintal. Satisfaction is being seen among the farmers due to this.Last year, CCI offered cotton at the rate of seven and a half thousand rupees. However, for this, registration has to be done in 'CCI' in advance and Aadhar card has to be linked to the bank account. In this, the deduction made while counting cotton affects the income of the farmers. In that too, payment is made after a few months. Because of this, farmers sell cotton to 'CCI'. However, needy farmers take money from traders immediately after counting the cotton. This is the experience so far.Last year, traders had quoted prices ranging from Rs 7,000 to Rs 7,200 just by looking at the variety of cotton. Farmers kept the cotton in their homes hoping that the price would increase. Ultimately, the cotton had to be sold at the price traders got. Because 'CCI' had closed the cotton procurement centers even before the season ended.How much price will the traders pay?The price declared for this season is Rs 8,100 per quintal. Traders have not quoted a price of Rs 7 to Rs 7,300 for cotton. In such a situation, will the traders pay Rs 8,100 for cotton as per 'CCI'? This question has arisen among the farmers. Traders themselves will also be worried about the price of cotton.Procurement centers should be opened early.New cotton comes to the market in October. Earlier, some traders buy cotton at a higher price. This increases the expectations of farmers regarding the price of cotton. However, later traders buy cotton at a lower price. This upsets the farmers.Farmers hope that this will not happen in the future. However, farmers will hand over cotton to CCI only when CCI starts the procurement center as soon as the season begins. In this regard, CCI is expected to take steps towards starting the procurement center from now onwards.Soybean cultivation increasedThis year, soybean cultivation has increased instead of peanuts. In this, the area under cultivation of oilseeds like peanut 1045 hectares, safflower, sunflower 29 and sesame 104 hectares has decreased. However, soybean cultivation has actually increased by 35 thousand hectares instead of 19 thousand 498 hectares, i.e. double. On average, 36 thousand 208 hectares instead of 21 thousand 292 hectares, i.e. the cultivation of oilseed varieties has increased by 15 thousand hectares.read more :- Cotton-Groundnut: Saurashtra accounts for 86% of sowing
Saurashtra News Analysis: Cotton and groundnut account for 86% of district sowingAfter receiving more than 82% rainfall in the district this year, cotton, groundnut and millet sowing is being done.Due to continuous rains this year, cotton sowing has not been completed as expected till the end of July. However, this year too, total Kharif sowing in Gohilwad has been done on 3,65,700 hectares of land. Cotton and groundnut have the largest share in Kharif sowing every year in Bhavnagar district.This tradition continues this year as well. Cotton contributes 55.76% of total sowing and groundnut 30.46%, making the share of these two crops in total sowing of Gohilwad 86.22%. While the remaining 13.78 percent includes all other crops like millet, tur, moong, urad, vegetables, jowar.Cotton sowing in Bhavnagar district accounts for 55.76 percent. Cotton has been sown on 2,03,900 hectares of land, while peanut sowing is 30.46 percent of the total sown area and the total sown area of peanut has been 1,11,400 hectares.Due to waterlogging in the fields after the release of water from the dam and continuous rains, cotton sowing has not been as much as it should have been till the end of July as compared to last year.Cotton is first in the total sown area in Bhavnagar district, in which cotton is first, similarly Sagar is also first in cotton sowing area in Saurashtra.Cotton has been sown in 20,16,800 hectares in the entire state, in which Saurashtra alone contributes 14,75,300 hectares, i.e. Saurashtra contributes 73.15 percent of the cotton sown in the entire state, and the rest of the state contributes 26.85 percent.Cotton has been sown in 20,16,800 hectares in the state, out of which Saurashtra alone has 14,75,300 hectares, and the total sown area at present in Bhavnagar district is 3,65,700 hectares, and cotton is also in the first place in sowing area, and similarly, cotton is in the first place in sowing area in entire Saurashtra.Cotton has been sown in 20,16,800 hectares in the entire state, out of which Saurashtra alone has contributed 14,75,300 hectares, i.e. Saurashtra's contribution in the cotton sown in the entire state is 73.15 percent, and the rest of the state's contribution is 26.85 percent.read more :- Rupee fell 40 paise to close at 87.65
The Indian rupee on monday lower 40 paise to close at 87.65 per dollar, while it opened at 87.25 in the morning.At close, the Sensex was up 418.81 points or 0.52 percent at 81,018.72, and the Nifty was up 157.40 points or 0.64 percent at 24,722.75. About 2047 shares advanced, 1607 shares declined, and 154 shares unchanged.read more :- Egyptian cotton becomes the world's most expensive white gold
White Gold: Egyptian Cotton Becomes World's Most Valuable Extra-Long StapleEgyptian cotton has regained its historic prestige on the global stage, and now ranks as the world's most expensive extra-long staple (ELS) cotton variety. For the first time in the 21st century, it has overtaken long-standing dominant US Pima cotton, under comparable shipping and quality conditions.According to informed sources in the Egyptian Cotton Exporters Association, the price of Egypt's "white gold" has risen to 172-175 cents per pound, ahead of US Pima cotton, which has remained steady at 167 cents per pound. The benchmark Giza 94 variety has gained ground in key Asian markets, which have traditionally been the bastion of premium ELS cotton."This marks a historic price change," one source said. "For years, U.S. Pima cotton commanded a premium due to its consistency and marketing dominance. But now, global buyers are responding to the superior quality of Egyptian crops and a reduction in global supply."This surge in Egyptian cotton prices comes amid a rise in international demand and a significant improvement in local crop quality. Just a year ago, U.S. Pima cotton enjoyed a price advantage of up to 100 cents per pound over its Egyptian counterpart.Egyptian cotton for August and September delivery is currently trading at $2.25 per pound, further strengthening its top-tier pricing position.Data for the week ended July 24 also showed a modest increase in U.S. Pima cotton, with net sales rising by 100 bales and total shipments reaching 8,700 bales (each U.S. bale is equivalent to 480 pounds).Total cotton sowing in Egypt during the 2024-2025 season reached 311,000 feddans (approximately 130,000 hectares). The crop was planted in March 2024 and harvested in October. Despite the initial guaranteed price set by the government being 12,000 EGP per quintal, the minimum price was later revised to 10,000 EGP, which will also serve as the starting price for the public auction.From the start of the export season in September 2024 to July 20, 2025, Egypt exported 36,400 metric tons of ginned cotton worth around $120 million, with 17 Asian and European countries receiving exports.Industry sources anticipate that Egyptian cotton prices will continue to remain under pressure in the coming months, due to rising demand for high-grade ELS fibers and limited global supply.read more:- INR Opens Stronger by 27 Paise at 87.25
Rupee opens 27 paise up at 87.25/USD on easing dollar indexThe local currency opened at 87.25 against the US dollar, as compared to 87.52 against the greenback at previous close.read more :- Statewise CCI Cotton Sales 2024-25
State-wise CCI Cotton Sales Details – 2024-25 SeasonThe Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) made no changes in per candy price this week. Following the price revision, CCI sold approximately 79,400 bales during the week, bringing the total cotton bales sales for the 2024-25 season to approximately 71,27,700 bales. This represents around 71.27% of the total cotton procured so far this season.A state-wise breakdown of sales indicates strong activity from Maharashtra, Telangana, and Gujarat, which together account for over 83.81% of the total sales to date.This data underscores CCI’s proactive efforts in stabilizing the cotton market and ensuring steady supply across key cotton-producing states.
Cotton cultivation: Out of a total of 5.7 lakh hectares in Surendranagar district, cotton has been cultivated in 3.66 lakh hectaresSucking insects in cotton, blight in groundnutThis year, the monsoon season started with a bang in Surendranagar district. Later, the rain gradually decreased. So far, 3825 mm i.e. 64.07 percent of the season's rain has occurred. In the hope of good rains this year, farmers have sowed in a total of 5,07,250 hectares in the district so far.Out of which, cotton has been cultivated in the highest 3,66,919 hectares and groundnut in 39,706 hectares. But due to continuous cloudy and rainy conditions, the crop is getting affected. Meanwhile, the infestation of sucking insects in cotton and scab, blight, leaf spot disease, root rot disease and aphids in groundnut is increasing.Due to this, farmers are afraid of getting sick from the diseases they have already contracted. Therefore, District Agriculture Officer MR Parmar has asked them to take crop disease control measures including use of chemical fertilizers and spraying of medicines for disease control.If epidemic is detected, the effect can be reduced by giving nitrogen-rich fertilizers.If epidemic is detected in the current crop, inter-cropping should be done and weeds should be removed. Along with this, the effect of epidemic can be reduced by giving urea and nitrogen-rich fertilizers to prevent the crop from getting affected. Janakbhai Kalotra, Retired Agriculture OfficerApply neem seed solution on cotton. Uproot and destroy weeds in paddy field. For biological control of leafhoppers and thrips, apply 2 to 3 days old caterpillars of predatory green moth (Chrysopa) at the rate of 10,000 per hectare twice at an interval of 15 days.Use a non-chemical agent like 5% neem seed solution or Azadirachtin.Use yellow sticky traps to survey and control leafhoppers and whiteflies. Spray Verticillium wilt or Beauveria bassiae.read more :- CCI sold 71% of cotton in 2024-25 through e-bidding, prices rIse
CCI Boosts Cotton Prices, sold 71% of 2024–25 Procurement via E-BiddingThe Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) conducted online bidding for cotton bales throughout the week, with significant trading activity observed across both the Mills and Traders sessions. Over the course of five days, CCI prices are unchanged.As of now, CCI has sold approximately 71,27,700 cotton bales for the 2024–25 season, representing 71.27% of its total procurement for the season.Date wise weekly Sales Summary :28 July 2025:The highest daily sales of the week were recorded on this day, with 25,800 bales sold from the 2024–25 season.Mills session : 7,500 balesTraders session : 18,300 bales29 July 2025:A total of 21,500 bales were sold from the 2024–25 season.Mills session : 9,300 balesTraders session : 12,200 bales30 July 2025:Sales amounted to 16,200 bales, all from the 2024–25 season.Mills session: 7,600 balesTraders session: 8,600 bales31 July 2025:A total of 8,300 bales were sold from the 2024–25 season.Mills session : 3,100 balesTraders session : 5,200 bales01 Aug 2025:The week concluded with sales of 7,600 bales.Mills session: 2,700 balesTraders session: 4,900 balesWeekly Total:CCI achieved total sales of approximately 79,400 bales for the week, underscoring its strong market engagement and the growing efficiency of its digital transaction platform.read more :- Indian Rupee higher 06 Paisa, Ends at 87.52 per Dollar
The Indian rupee on friday higher 06 paise to close at 87.52 per dollar, while it opened at 87.58 in the morning.At close, the Sensex was down 585.67 points or 0.72 percent at 80,599.91, and the Nifty was down 203 points or 0.82 percent at 24,565.35. About 1264 shares advanced, 2582 shares declined, and 154 shares unchanged.read more :- Leafhopper infestation in Punjab threatens cotton
Punjab: Leafhopper outbreak threatens cotton crop in regionBathinda: The South Asia Biotechnology Centre, a scientific organisation, has revealed an infestation of green leafhoppers (jassid), commonly known as ‘hara tela', on cotton across major cotton-growing districts of Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan. The impact is notable in Mansa, Bathinda, and Fazilka in Punjab, Hisar, Fatehabad, and Sirsa in Haryana, and Hanumangarh and Sri Ganganagar in Rajasthan. SABC observed the outbreak during a field survey conducted under Project Bandhan by the Jodhpur-based centre, which has its research and development centre at Sirsa.The field team, led by Dilip Monga, Bhagirath Choudhary, Naresh, Deepak Jakhar, and KS Bhardwaj, reported infestation levels of 12-15 leafhoppers per leaf, significantly above the Economic Threshold Level (ETL). The field survey also reported cotton leaf injuries exceeding ETL based on the damage grading system.For the past three consecutive weeks, green leafhopper (jassid) populations exceeded ETL, triggering yellowing of leaf margins and downward curling, classic symptoms of jassid attack. The outbreak is attributed to a confluence of weather conditions, including above-average rainfall, an increased number of rainy days, persistent humidity, and cloud cover, all of which created ideal conditions for jassid proliferation.Amrasca biguttula biguttula (Ishida), commonly referred to as the Indian cotton jassid or ‘hara tela', is a season-long sucking pest of cotton. Leafhopper adults are very active, pale green in colour, measuring about 3.5mm in length with two distinct black spots on forewings and vertex, readily identified by their characteristic diagonal movement on the leaves, hence referred to as ‘leafhoppers'. The population of leafhoppers occurs throughout the season but attains pest status during July-August. Up to 11 generations per season have been estimated to occur on cotton.Both nymphs and adults of leafhoppers suck the cell sap from the cotton tissue and inject toxins, causing the ‘hopper burn' symptom, characterised by yellowing, browning, and drying of leaves. The affected leaves show crinkling and curling symptoms, and in extreme situations, result in reduced photosynthetic activity, browning, and drying of leaves, which can considerably hamper the productivity of the cotton, leading to yield losses of up to 30% if unmanaged.Leafhopper ≥5 plants showing damage grade II/III/IV, grade II shows minor crinkling, curling, and yellowing in lower leaves, grade III is observed with leaf crinkling, curling, and crinkling across the plant; stunted growth, grade IV with severe bronzing, crinkling, curling, and drying of leaves. If ≥5 plants per 20 sampled show grade II or above damage, immediate action is necessary, said Research Scientist Deepak Jakhar.However, PAU Scientist Paramjit Singh said there is no alarming situation as the leafhopper is only slightly above ETL.The survey team noted that failure to control this green leafhopper infestation promptly could lead to damage to the cotton crop in the coming days. Farmers must remain alert and take immediate action to manage the pest effectively to avoid potential yield losses.SABC has urged cotton farmers to adopt science-backed measures to effectively manage and control the growing menace of green leafhoppers (jassids), such as regular field monitoring, accurate pest identification, and assessing infestation severity.It has been recommended to use neem-based bio-insecticides or other eco-friendly, organic pesticides to manage mild infestations. Spray during early morning or late evening when the wind is calm. Ensure thorough coverage, especially on the underside of leaves, where pests usually hide. Eliminate weeds within the field and along borders, as they serve as alternative hosts for leafhoppers and other pests. read more :- INR Opens Stronger by 02 Paise at 87.58
Indian rupee opens 2 paise higher at 87.58/USD on lingering worries over Trump tariffThe local currency opened at 87.58 against the US dollar as compared to 87.60 against the greenback at previous close.read more :- Trump tariffs to hit India's textile exporters in a big way, say experts
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| Rupee falls 02 paise to close at 87.73 against dollar | 06-08-2025 23:13:07 | view |
| "India: Major cotton supplier to Bangladesh" | 06-08-2025 21:54:12 | view |
| Exporters' demands: Term loan moratorium and cotton import duty waiver | 06-08-2025 18:51:47 | view |
| Rupee opened 09 paise higher at 87.71 per dollar | 06-08-2025 17:05:03 | view |
| Rupee higher 01 Paise Against USD, Closes at 87.80 | 05-08-2025 22:43:04 | view |
| FTA will provide relief from tariff: Exporters | 05-08-2025 19:25:28 | view |
| Textile ministry likely to meet industry players next week over US tariffs. | 05-08-2025 18:32:58 | view |
| Telengana : Robust Cotton Crop Anticipated In Adilabad | 05-08-2025 18:02:05 | view |
| Rupee open Falls 16 Paise to 87.81/USD | 05-08-2025 17:29:29 | view |
| Agriculture News: Good news for farmers! 'CCI' offers cotton at Rs 8,100 | 04-08-2025 23:53:07 | view |
| Cotton-Groundnut: Saurashtra accounts for 86% of sowing | 04-08-2025 23:20:44 | view |
| Rupee fell 40 paise to close at 87.65 | 04-08-2025 22:45:19 | view |
| Egyptian cotton becomes the world's most expensive white gold | 04-08-2025 22:35:02 | view |
| INR Opens Stronger by 27 Paise at 87.25 | 04-08-2025 17:20:36 | view |
| Statewise CCI Cotton Sales 2024-25 | 02-08-2025 22:30:50 | view |
| Surendranagar: Cotton cultivation completed in 3.66 lakh hectares out of 5.7 lakh | 02-08-2025 18:58:32 | view |
| CCI sold 71% of cotton in 2024-25 through e-bidding, prices rIse | 02-08-2025 00:39:11 | view |
| Indian Rupee higher 06 Paisa, Ends at 87.52 per Dollar | 01-08-2025 22:45:02 | view |
| Leafhopper infestation in Punjab threatens cotton | 01-08-2025 18:19:09 | view |
| INR Opens Stronger by 02 Paise at 87.58 | 01-08-2025 17:21:14 | view |
