Cotton Arrivals Begin at Unava APMC; Prices Reach ₹2,525 per Maund
Mehsana, Gujarat: Arrivals of new cotton have commenced at the Unava APMC, located in the Unjha taluka of Mehsana district, Gujarat. Approximately 100 maunds of cotton have been recorded so far in early trading. Prices in the market ranged from ₹1,500 to ₹2,525 per maund, with ₹2,525 marking the highest rate recorded in this initial phase. Currently, cotton is primarily arriving from the Mehsana and Patan districts.
According to APMC Secretary Rajubhai Patel, facilities such as accurate weighing, cash payments, drinking water, and parking are being provided for the convenience of farmers. The cotton market season typically runs from September to April, with peak arrivals usually expected between October and December.
Market insiders anticipate higher cotton arrivals this year compared to the last. However, as the season has just begun and only 100 maunds have arrived, it is premature to estimate the total volume for the entire season. Future arrivals will be influenced by weather conditions, production levels, and farmers' decisions regarding sales.
There is also speculation about a potential rise in cotton prices. Factors such as scanty rainfall, reduced cotton sowing, and overseas demand could impact the market. However, actual prices will ultimately be determined by market arrivals, cotton quality, production, and both domestic and international demand.
Cotton is primarily used in the manufacture of textiles and yarn. Additionally, cotton seeds are processed to produce items such as cottonseed oil. As arrivals increase in the coming days, farmers and traders will closely monitor cotton prices and market conditions at the Unava APMC.
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