CCI procures over 17,000 cotton bales at MSP in Madhya Pradesh as season gains pace
By jayesh chouhan 2025-11-13 18:16:47
Madhya Pradesh: Cotton procurement begins, over 17,000 bales purchased at MSP
Indore: The Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) has commenced cotton procurement in Madhya Pradesh, purchasing around 17,000 bales at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) since the start of the season. One bale weighs 170 kg. In the previous season, CCI had procured nearly 19.35 lakh quintals of cotton from farmers in the state.
The current procurement season began on October 24, with CCI setting up centres across key locations such as Khargone, Dhamnod, Bikangaon, Barwaha, and Khandwa. At present, 20 procurement centres are operational, making it easier for farmers to sell their produce.
According to CCI officials, “Around 17,068 bales have been procured so far, and arrivals are expected to increase in the coming days. Due to higher moisture levels in current arrivals, cotton with up to 8% moisture is being accepted.”
Major cotton-growing regions in the state include Khargone, Khandwa, Barwani, Manawar, Dhar, Ratlam, and Dewas. Farmers are advised to register through village agriculture assistants using the CM App at Rythu Seva Kendras (RSKs) to participate in the procurement process.
As per the latest estimate by the Cotton Association of India, India’s cotton imports may rise to 45 lakh bales in the 2025–26 marketing year (starting October 1). Meanwhile, cotton production in Madhya Pradesh is expected to remain stable at around 19 lakh bales, unchanged from last season.
