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State-wise CCI Cotton Sales Details – 2025-26 SeasonThe Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) decreased its cotton candy prices by upto ₹2,700 per candy during this week . CCI has sold approximately 94,46,700 cotton bales for the 2025-26 season. Sales are highly concentrated in a few major cotton-producing states, Maharashtra, Telangana and Gujarat emerging as the leading contributors.Sales are 28,36,600 bales in Maharashtra,24,32,500 bales in Telangana,17,84,900 bales in Gujarat,7,11,000 bales in Karnataka,5,66,500 bales in Madhya Pradesh,3,28,700 bales in Rajasthan,2,83,100 bales in Andhra Pradesh,2,69,500 bales in Odisha,1,88,400 bales in Haryana,45,200 bales in Punjab,and 300 bales in West Bengal.

The rupee had closed at 96.32 on Thursday, whereas today it opened at 96.22 per dollar, marking a gain of 10 paise.In early trade, the BSE Sensex was trading at 72,386.14, up 476.44 points or 0.66%, while the NSE Nifty was trading at 22,528.95, up 107 points or 0.48%.Read More :- Rain Damages Cotton Crop in Botad

Cotton Crop Damaged After Rain in Botad; MLA Demands SurveyBotad, Gujarat: Reports have emerged regarding damage to standing cotton crops in Gujarat's Botad district following recent rains. Botad MLA Umeshbhai Makwana has submitted a memorandum to the Chief Minister and the Agriculture Minister, demanding a survey of the crop damage and the provision of assistance to affected farmers in accordance with regulations.The MLA has raised the issue concerning damage to cotton crops in the Botad, Gadhada, Ranpur, and Barwala talukas of Botad district. According to him, the standing cotton crops in these areas have begun to wither following the rainfall, causing farmers to face crop losses.Cotton is a key crop for farmers in Botad district. There is growing concern that the crop damage will impact farmers' incomes. Farmers have invested in seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and labor for cotton cultivation; consequently, the crop damage could exacerbate their financial distress.MLA Umeshbhai Makwana has urged the government to conduct an immediate survey of the cotton crop damage across the four talukas. He stated that the survey should assess the actual extent of the damage in the fields, after which financial assistance should be provided to eligible farmers in accordance with government norms.He has appealed to the Chief Minister and the Agriculture Minister to take prompt action in this matter. At present, the exact area of crop damage, the number of affected farmers, and the quantum of assistance remain unclear; these details will be determined following the government survey and subsequent procedures.read more :- Rain, Prices Shape Cotton Output

Impact of Rainfall and Market Prices on Cotton Production in 2026-27New Delhi: The area under cotton cultivation is high for the 2026-27 marketing season (October 2026 to September 2027). However, the total volume of cotton production in the new season will depend on several factors. Speaking at the association's annual meeting on September 30, Nishant Asher, Secretary of the Indian Cotton Federation, stated that rainfall in cotton-growing states and the condition of the standing crop would play a crucial role in determining production levels for the new season.He noted that various factors—such as international cotton prices, currency exchange rates, and price fluctuations of other fibers—would continue to influence the demand for cotton.Federation President J. Thulasidharan stated that the country's cotton production during the 2025-26 marketing season ranged between 320 and 325 lakh bales. Throughout this period, there was a steady arrival of cotton from the southern states and Maharashtra.Domestic cotton prices surged by approximately 25 percent over the last two months, driven by concerns regarding deficient rainfall and the condition of standing crops in Gujarat and Telangana. Conversely, global ICE cotton futures prices declined from an earlier average of 86 cents per pound to the 80–82 cents per pound range. According to the Federation, the widening gap between domestic and international prices has squeezed margins for spinning mills and impacted the competitiveness of textile exports.The national average cotton yield, which stood at 565 kg per hectare in 2013-14, has currently dropped to around 430 kg per hectare. Addressing this decline in yield and the long-standing stagnation remains a major challenge for the cotton industry. The Federation demanded a complete waiver of import duty on cotton from the government and sought the provision of low-interest loans on a priority basis to ginners and spinning mills for seasonal cotton procurement.During the meeting, J. Thulasidharan, Managing Director of Rajaratna Mills, was re-elected as Chairman. P. Nataraj, Managing Director of KPR Mill, and Aditya Krishna Pathy, Managing Director of Lakshmi Mills, were re-elected as Vice-Chairmen, while Nishant Asher was re-elected as Secretary.read more :- CCI Cuts Cotton Price by ₹2,700

CCI Cuts Cotton Prices by ₹2,700 per Candy; Weekly Auction Sales Stood at 6,300 BalesThe Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) reduced its cotton selling price by ₹2,700 per candy during the week ended 02 October 2026. During the week, CCI sold approximately 6,300 bales of cotton from the 2025–26 crop through its auctions. Day-Wise CCI Auction PerformanceSeptember 28, 2026 (Monday)CCI began the week with sales of 2,600 bales, with mills purchasing 2,000 bales and traders buying 600 bales.September 29, 2026 (Tuesday)A total of 1,200 bales were sold on this day and all were purchased by mills.September 30, 2026 (Wednesday)CCI sold 2,500 bales, including 1,300 bales purchased by mills and 1,200 bales by traders.October 01, 2026 (Thursday)The week concluded with no bales sold in both the sessions.Cumulative SalesWith the latest auction activity, CCI’s cumulative cotton sales for the 2025–26 season reached approximately 94.46 lakh bales.read more :- Taloda Cotton Harvesting Gains Pace

Cotton Harvesting Picks Up Pace in Taloda Taluka; Farmers Turn to Private Traders as CCI Procurement Yet to StartCotton harvesting has accelerated in Taloda Taluka as September draws to a close. A large number of farmers in the region cultivate cotton. While rainfall fluctuations have led to significant variations in cotton yields this year, farmers are nonetheless busy harvesting and securing their ready crops as quickly as possible.Currently, actual procurement by the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) has not yet commenced. However, the CCI center in Borad is operational, and the farmer registration process is underway. In the meantime, farmers are selling their new cotton harvest to private traders.Around four to five private traders in Borad village have started purchasing cotton from farmers. Farmers face the dual challenge of needing immediate cash and the difficulty of storing cotton with high moisture content for extended periods. Storing harvested cotton with moisture at home risks compromising its quality; consequently, many farmers are prioritizing selling their produce at prevailing market rates.According to local traders, current prices range from ₹6,500 to ₹8,500 per quintal, depending on the cotton's quality and moisture content. Farmers are transporting their harvested cotton directly to the traders.In the Borad area, private traders are receiving approximately 8 to 10 quintals of cotton daily, with some traders receiving around 5 to 6 quintals per day.Farmers are now keenly awaiting the start of actual CCI procurement and the announcement of government purchase prices.read more :- Indian Rupee Falls 37 Paise to Close at 96.32 Against US Dollar.

The Indian rupee weakened by 37 paise against the US dollar on Thursday, closing at ₹96.32 per dollar.The domestic currency opened at ₹95.95 against the US dollar and fluctuated throughout the trading session. It eventually closed at ₹96.32, down 37 paise from the opening level.At close, the Sensex was down 570.59 points or 0.79 percent at 71,909.70, and the Nifty was down 198.50 points or 0.88 percent at 22,421.95. About 1306 shares advanced, 2916 shares declined, and 191 shares unchanged.read more :- CAI Sees FTA Boost for Cotton Demand

FTA Expected to Boost Demand for Indian Textiles and Cotton; CAI Outlines PrioritiesNew Delhi: The Cotton Association of India (CAI) anticipates that India's Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) could open up new markets for Indian textile and cotton products, potentially creating additional demand opportunities for the domestic cotton and textile industries.Addressing the CAI's 104th Annual General Meeting, President Vinay N. Kotak stated that the current cotton season has been largely positive for various stakeholders across the value chain, including farmers, ginners, traders, and spinners. He noted that new trade agreements could help enhance market access for Indian cotton and textile products internationally.India plays a pivotal role in the global cotton economy, ranking among the world's leading cotton producers and consumers. According to Kotak, improving productivity, quality, contamination control, traceability, and sustainability is essential to boost the competitiveness of Indian cotton. Additionally, there is a need to strengthen price discovery and risk management mechanisms.The CAI has formulated a ‘CAI Roadmap’ to address policy issues in collaboration with the government and other stakeholders. This roadmap covers matters such as the Minimum Support Price (MSP), the Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) on cotton procurement from farmers, and other issues relevant to the cotton value chain. The organization has also advocated for considering mechanisms like ‘Bhavantar’ (price deficiency payment schemes) as alternatives or supplements to the MSP.The CAI is working on a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Brazil’s ABRAPA to foster cooperation and knowledge sharing in areas such as productivity, sustainability, traceability, and international cotton trade. Meanwhile, work is also underway to establish the proposed ‘India Cotton Index’ as a reliable and representative benchmark for Indian cotton. The CAI's priorities include increasing cotton productivity and farmers' income, improving quality, reducing contamination, and promoting scientific and sustainable farming. The organization also aims to strengthen market intelligence and risk management.Vinay N. Kotak has been appointed as President and Bhupendra Singh Rajpal as Vice President for the 2026-27 term.read more :- The rupee opened at 95.95 against the dollar, down by 13 paise.

The rupee had closed at 95.82 on Wednesday, whereas today it opened at 95.95 per dollar, a decline of 13 paise. The Sensex was at 72,304.37, down 175.92 points or 0.24% at 9:27 am, after opening at 72,192.89. The Nifty 50 was at 22,535.90, down 84.55 points or 0.37%, after opening at 22,543.70.Read More :-  Rupee Gains 13 Paise Against US Dollar, Closes at ₹95.82

The Indian rupee strengthened by 13 paise against the US dollar on Wednesday, closing at ₹95.82 per dollar.The domestic currency opened at ₹95.95 against the US dollar and fluctuated throughout the trading session. Despite the day's volatility, the rupee eventually closed at ₹95.82, marking a gain of 13 paise compared to the opening level.At close, the Sensex was down 48.78 points or 0.07 percent at 72,480.29, and the Nifty was down 95.75 points or 0.42 percent at 22,620.45. About 2051 shares advanced, 2135 shares declined, and 187 shares unchanged.read more :- Kasturi Cotton Quality Gets Focus

Focus on Kasturi Cotton Quality; ₹500 Incentive per BaleBarwani: Farmers in the district are being sensitized about the 'Kasturi Cotton India' initiative, aimed at enhancing the quality and brand recognition of Indian cotton. A one-day workshop under the Kasturi Cotton India program was held on Tuesday, September 29, at the Anjad Agricultural Produce Market premises. Farmers were provided with information regarding cotton quality, cleanliness, storage, and transportation.Kasturi Cotton India is neither a new cotton variety nor a new seed; rather, it is an initiative focused on the branding, certification, and traceability of Indian cotton. The workshop highlighted a provision for an incentive of ₹500 per bale of quality cotton. According to official information, the objective of Kasturi Cotton India is to strengthen the quality of Indian cotton and bolster its identity in the global market.Nitin Tomar, Project Coordinator for CITI-CDRA, advised farmers to purchase certified seeds suitable for their region exclusively from authorized dealers. He cautioned against selecting seeds based solely on low prices or the images on the packaging. Emphasis was also placed on soil testing, proper nutrition, organic manure, and natural crop protection methods. The adoption of HDPS (High-Density Planting System) technology was also encouraged.Care must be taken to ensure that soil, leaves, plastic, debris, and other foreign materials do not contaminate the cotton during picking. Maintaining cleanliness during packing, storage, and transportation is equally crucial. These measures help preserve the cotton's quality from the field to the ginning stage.The Anjad workshop provided details on quality parameters such as fiber length, trash content, moisture, strength, uniformity index, and micronaire. These details should be viewed in the context of the quality standards outlined during the workshop.Meanwhile, the official Kasturi Cotton certification system covers long-staple cotton with a fiber length of 28 mm or more and Extra-Long Staple (ELS) cotton with a length of 35 mm or more. QR-based certification and blockchain technology are used to identify each certified bale, ensuring end-to-end traceability of the cotton.read more :- Drought Hits Five States, Rabi Focus Shifts