“Cotton prices in Punjab cross Rs 7,500 due to bumper purchases by CCI”
By yash chouhan 2025-12-06 11:32:27
Cotton prices in Punjab surpass ₹7,500, with CCI's bumper purchases transforming the market environment.
Chandigarh: This year, cotton prices (both cotton and desi) were falling below the Minimum Support Price (MSP). Initially, when cotton began arriving in the mandis, private traders were buying it between ₹5,700 and ₹6,800 per quintal. These prices were significantly lower than the MSP, causing concern among farmers.
Due to the CCI's active involvement, cotton prices have improved significantly. Today, data from the Punjab Mandi Board confirms that the average price of cotton has exceeded ₹7,500 per quintal, very close to the MSP of ₹7,710 per quintal. Meanwhile, desi cotton prices have also seen a significant jump. This is a major relief for farmers who previously felt compelled to sell their crop at lower prices. Thanks to the Mann government's initiatives, they are now receiving fair value for their hard work.
Despite heavy rains and floods in some parts of Punjab this year, cotton arrivals have exceeded last year's by 100,000 quintals. This demonstrates that farmers continue to have confidence in the Mann government's policies for cotton cultivation. As a result of the state government's proactive approach, according to Mandi Board data, while CCI purchased only 170 quintals of cotton during the same period last year, this time, following government pressure, CCI has ensured the purchase of over 35,348 quintals. This large-scale procurement has created a positive market environment and prevented prices from falling.
Punjab farmers should not face the problem of selling their produce below the MSP. Of the 230,423 quintals of cotton purchased as of December 1st, over 60% was initially sold below the MSP, but this trend has completely reversed since CCI's entry.
This initiative clearly shows that the government is ready to take immediate and effective steps to protect the interests of farmers even in times of crisis. The government is committed to the dignity and prosperity of farmers!
