Madhya Pradesh: CCI begins cotton procurement in Anjad Mandi: Farmers affected by excessive rainfall will benefit, cotton purchased from 13 farmers
The Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) began cotton procurement on Monday at the Anjad Agricultural Produce Market in Barwani district. Under the Ministry of Textiles, the Government of India, CCI is conducting procurement in this major cotton-producing region.
Today at around 12 noon, CCI cotton selector Arun made the first purchase of cotton from local farmer Nirbhay Singh at a price of ₹7,689 per quintal. According to market secretary Anil Ujale, a total of 17 slots were booked today, of which CCI purchased cotton from 13 farmers. The procurement rates ranged from ₹7,689 to ₹8,010 per quintal.
This year, excessive rainfall significantly affected the cotton crop, leading farmers to demand that CCI resume procurement. This move will prove beneficial for farmers.
The CCI will only purchase cotton with a moisture content of 8 to 12 percent. The market secretary advised farmers to be patient. Farmers who have already registered can book slots through their mobile app. Agricultural Produce Market officials can be contacted for any problems.
On Monday, the Anjad Agricultural Produce Market recorded the arrival of cotton through 150 vehicles and 22 bullock carts.
