Cotton Procurement Increases in Vadodara District, Gujarat; Slot Booking Facility Introduced for the First Time; Procurement Extended Until January 16
Vadodara: Farmers continue to flock to the cotton procurement centers in Vadodara district to sell their cotton at the support price. As a result, the total amount of cotton purchased at the three centers in Vadodara has increased compared to last year. Due to the large number of farmers, the funds allocated for procurement have also been increased.
The Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) has established three procurement centers in Vadodara district: Karjan, Dabhoi, and Samlaya. Farmers are required to register online at these centers according to the regulations.
This year, the registration deadline for farmers was extended until December 31. However, considering the continued rush of farmers at all three centers and the demand to extend the procurement process, the CCI has decided to continue procurement across the state until January 16.
Cotton procurement in Vadodara district has increased compared to last year. With 10 days remaining in the procurement period, the amount of cotton purchased so far has already exceeded last year's figures. Last year, a total of 1.79 lakh quintals of cotton were purchased at the three centers. This year, the figure has already surpassed 1.82 lakh quintals.
Farmers' Income Increases Due to the Introduction of Slot Booking Facility
According to reports, previously, the CCI would set a deadline for cotton procurement, and farmers had to deliver their cotton accordingly. However, due to the large crowds, private traders were often involved in the process.
This year, farmers have been given the option to choose their preferred slot for online procurement, allowing them to directly visit the centers.
Cotton Cultivation Leads in Vadodara District
Vadodara district has a total cultivated area of 3,47,137 hectares. Cotton is the most prominent crop. Last year, cotton was sown on more than 80,000 hectares of land.
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