CCI Raises Cotton Prices ₹300–₹700/Candy; Sales Cross 5.38 Lakh Bales
By yash chouhan 2026-04-11 13:47:21
CCI Hikes Cotton Prices by ₹300- ₹700 per Candy; Weekly Auction Sales Cross 5.38 Lakh Bales
The Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) raised its cotton prices by ₹300- ₹700 per candy during the week from April 06 to April 10, 2026, the auctions witnessed strong participation from mills and cotton traders, resulting in robust weekly sales of about 5,38,600 bales from the 2025–26 season.
Day-wise Auction Highlights
April 06, 2026 (Monday):
The week opened on a strong note with total sales of 1,46,200 bales. Mills purchased 63,500 bales, while traders led with 82,700 bales.
April 07, 2026 (Tuesday):
The highest single-day sale of the week was recorded at 1,50,500 bales. Mills bought 61,100 bales, whereas traders accounted for 89,400 bales.
April 08, 2026 (Wednesday):
Sales moderated slightly to 55,900 bales. Mills purchased 30,500 bales, and traders bought 25,400 bales.
April 09, 2026 (Thursday):
A total of 37,800 bales were reported sold during the day. Mills purchased 19,500 bales while traders bought 18,300 bales
April 10, 2026 (Friday):
The week closed on a strong note with sales of 1,48,200 bales. Mills purchased 53,700 bales, while traders dominated with 94,500 bales.
