Cotton arrival in mandis in northern belt records 49.66% surge compared to 2024The northern cotton belt — comprising Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan — has so far recorded a surge of 49.66 per cent in cotton balls’ arrival in mandis this season, and more arrivals are expected in the coming months with harvesting still on. The three states have so far received 13.32 lakh bales (one bale of ginned cotton — cotton separated from seed — weighs 170 kg) in their mandis compared to 8.90 lakh bales in the corresponding period in 2024.This surge has been attributed to kapas (cotton balls) prices in mandis, selling well below the Minimum Support Price (MSP). With no significant price improvement anticipated, and the current presence of Cotton Corporation of India (CCI), which purchases on the MSP rate, in the market, farmers are choosing not to hold back their produce, and thus, pushing more crops to mandis faster than usual.As cotton bulb picking starts in September and concludes by November, the major cotton arrival season in the northern region begins on October 1 — though some early crop reaches mandis even in September — and 50-70 per cent (in some cases even 90 per cent depending on the market rate in the given season) of the produce reaches mandis by December, and ends by September 30 the next year.Also, the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) has purchased 13,400 bales (67,000 quintals) this year. In the corresponding period last year, however, the CCI had not even entered the market because the prevailing rate was nearly equal to the MSP. Usually, the CCI enters the market when market prices fall below the MSP and buys cotton at the MSP that meets its parameters. CCI official said, farmers should not panic or rush to bring all their produce to the Mandis at once, as CCI will continue purchasing at the MSP in the coming monthe.Punjab has 1.19 lakh hectares under cotton this year compared to around 1 lakh hectares in 2024, but heavy rainfall damaged around 10 to 15 per cent of the crop, reducing the productive area under cultivation to just above last year’s level (i.e. around 1 lakh hectares) and affecting quality too. Punjab is expected to harvest 1.5 lakh to 1.8 lakh bales this year, compared to last year’s 1.51 lakh bales (7.55 lakh quintals).In Haryana, this year, the area under cotton cultivation stands at 3.80 lakh hectares compared to 4 lakh hectares last year. Thus far, 2.70 lakh bales (13.50 lakh quintals kapas, meaning unginned cotton) arrived in mandis across Haryana compared to 2.45 lakh bales (12.25 lakh quintals) by the corresponding period last year — an increase of about 0.25 lakh bales, or just over 10 per cent.This year, the CCI has procured 65,000 bales (3.30 lakh quintals) in Haryana, slightly higher than last year’s 62,000 bales (3.10 lakh quintals).Rajasthan has recorded arrivals of around 10 lakh bales so far, compared to more than 6 lakh bales in the same period last year — an increase of about 4.0 lakh bales, or around 66 per cent. The state’s cotton area this year is estimated to be 6.50 to 7 lakh hectares, while the yield remains average, around 8 to 10 quintals per hectare.Together, Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan had around 11.50 lakh hectares under cotton cultivation in 2025 compared to around 11 lakh hectares in 2024. In Punjab and Haryana, the cotton area continues to shrink year after year, while in Rajasthan the trend fluctuates with a slight decline one year and a modest rise the next. These states have also been battling repeated pink bollworm attacks in recent years, severely eroding farmers’ confidence. Punjab is said to be the worst affected, and experts point out that several years ago, the state had nearly 8 lakh hectares under cotton. They argue that if the Punjab government is serious about crop diversification and protecting the cotton belt, it must invite scientists from across India to investigate the root causes of persistent pest outbreaks and develop effective solutions.Cotton prices remained strong and above MSP from 2021–22 to 2023–24, but fell sharply in 2024–25, although they stayed close to the MSP. Cotton fetched ₹13,000 to ₹14,000 per quintal in 2021, around ₹10,000 in 2022, ₹8,000 to ₹8,100 in 2023, and between ₹6,000 and ₹8,300 in 2024, with most of the crop selling at ₹7,400 to ₹7,500—almost equal to the MSP. Last year’s MSP was ₹7,121 per quintal for medium staple and ₹7,521 per quintal for long staple. This year’s cotton price is the lowest in the past five years.Cotton Association of India (CAI) Chairman Atul Ganatra said based on inputs from states, the CAI projected that Punjab would harvest around 1.80 lakh bales (9 lakh quintals), Haryana 6.52 lakh bales (32.60 lakh quintals) and Rajasthan 18.80 lakh bales (94 lakh quintals).To address these challenges, a five-year “Mission for Cotton Productivity” has been announced in the Union Budget 2025-26. The mission aims to enhance productivity and quality, promote innovation and strengthen the textile value chain through strategic interventions, research and extension activities across all cotton-growing states. It will focus on developing climate-smart, pest-resistant and high-yielding varieties, including Extra Long Staple (ELS) cotton, using advanced breeding and biotechnology tools.read more :- "7 lakh cotton farmers in Maharashtra are registered on the cotton farmer app."
Maharastra :7L farmers in state register onKapas Kisan app to sell cotton.Nagpur: Around seven lakh farmers across the state have registered through the Kapas Kisan app for selling cotton at the minimum support price (MSP) to the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) as the deadline ends on Dec 31.After India did away with cotton import duty, following the tariff tension with the US, rates of the commodity have been bearish. Farmers are depending on CCI for selling their produce at MSP, which has been fixed at Rs8,110 per quintal for the long staple grade. Even the import tariff stands removed till Dec 31.With nearly 41 lakh registrations throughout the country including those in Maharashtra, the number of farmers having access to MSP sales remains a matter of debate. Even as the registrations gradually increased, farmer activists point out that the actual number of farmers in Vidarbha alone would be higher as compared to the current tally for the state.As the CCI introduced the app-based system, farmers faced issues getting registered initially. However, a senior official in CCI said that each day, 50,000 new farmers are getting registered throughout the country. This means the cotton growers are applying for MSP sales as and when they want to offload their produce.Meanwhile, the open market rates have also seen an improvement after CCI procurement picked up. Sources said private traders are offering around Rs7,400 a quintal, often by showing the cotton as lower grade. This is because prices of the best grade have to be matched with the MSPRoshan Kothari, director at a private agriculture produce marketing committee (APMC) at Wani in Yavatmal, said the rates have improved in private markets. Initially, the cotton fetched around Rs6,800 a quintal. Kothari said a rate of Rs8,000 would leave a decent margin of profit for the growers, considering the lower yields this year. Meanwhile, CCI purchased around 5 lakh bales in Maharashtra and around 27 lakh bales in the entire country.read more :- The rupee opened 01 paisa lower against the dollar at 89.98.
Indian rupee opens 01 paise lower at 89.98 against US dollarIndian rupee opened at 89.98 per dollar on thursday versus previous close of 89.97.read more :- Cotton Association demands removal of 11% import duty
The Cotton Association of India has appealed to the government to remove the 11% import duty on raw cotton imports.Mumbai: The Cotton Association of India (CAI), the largest industry body, has appealed to the central government to remove the current 11% import duty on cotton to support and protect the entire cotton and textile value chain.“Current market challenges due to low domestic productivity and high MSPs have made Indian cotton more expensive than other competitive international cotton varieties,” CAI President Vinay Kotak said on Tuesday. “The 11% import duty imposed on cotton imports into India not only distorts prices but also exacerbates the hardships of our textile industry.”He said, "The only way to improve the textile industry is to provide a sustainable and competitive supply of raw materials. Farmers are already protected through the MSP system. Now is the time to protect the textile industry by removing the 11% import duty. This will provide textile/spinning mills with competitive raw materials." According to him, the industry is suffering losses due to the uncertainty of United States tariffs and the recession in Europe.He said, "If the textile industry is not supported now, it could immediately lead to unemployment, loan defaults, and bad debts across the entire textile value chain."The Textile Ministry's target of exporting $100 billion in textile products by 2030 will only be achieved if manufacturers have access to competitive raw materials.Kotak said, "The 11% import duty was imposed during the COVID-19 pandemic under special circumstances. Prior to that, there was generally no import duty on cotton in India, and it did not adversely affect farmers." He added: "This season, unseasonal rains have severely damaged the quality of Indian cotton. Therefore, our textile mills will be forced to import cotton to meet buyers' quality requirements. If the 11% import duty is not lifted, Indian textile goods will become uncompetitive, and buyers will shift to Vietnam, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and other markets. This could lead to long-term losses and a decline in India's share of the global cotton textile market."Kotak said the government is working hard to finalize FTAs with several countries.Praising the efforts of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, he said, “We can also reach a USA tariff solution. These events will provide our textile industry with a significant opportunity to export yarn and other textile products and increase India's share in world textile trade. These benefits can only be achieved if the 11% duty on raw cotton imports into India is removed, thus providing access to raw materials at competitive rates.”He further said, “In fact, the mega trend of the 'China Plus One' policy and the potential shift of sourcing from Bangladesh due to the unstable political situation and the shortage of US dollars present a golden opportunity for the Indian textile industry to grow and increase exports, provided the 11% import duty is removed and our textile industry can access competitive cotton.”read more :- Rupee higher 06 paise to close at 89.97 per dollar
The Indian rupee on wednesday higher 06 paise to close at 89.97 per dollar, while it opened at 90.03 in the morning.At close, the Sensex was down 275.01 points or 0.32 percent at 84,391.27, and the Nifty was down 81.65 points or 0.32 percent at 25,758. About 1830 shares advanced, 2186 shares declined, and 133 shares unchanged.read more :- Soybean prices cross guaranteed price, rise in Sangli
Soybean prices will surpass the guaranteed price level; soybean prices have risen significantly in the Sangli market.Soybean Market Prices: Soybean production in the district has declined this year. This is causing soybean prices to rise somewhat. For the past few days, soybean arrivals to the state's market committees have been declining, but demand is increasing.Soybean Market Prices: Soybean production in the district has declined this year. This is causing soybean prices to rise somewhat. For the past few days, soybean arrivals to the state's market committees have been declining, but demand is increasing.Sangli: There has been a significant increase in soybean demand at the national level. This is having a positive impact on prices, with the price of good quality soybeans increasing by 1,000 in just two days.Therefore, market experts are predicting that soybean prices will surpass the guaranteed price level. On Monday, a transaction at the Sangli market yard fetched a price of ₹4,500 per quintal.The minimum price for soybeans in the financial year 2025-26 is ₹5,328 per quintal. Farmers were unhappy with not receiving the minimum price for soybeans.Soybean production in the district has also declined this year. As a result, soybean prices are currently rising somewhat. For the past few days, soybean arrivals at state market committees have been declining, but demand is increasing. The price of high-quality soybeans, i.e., those used for seed, has increased by ₹1,500 in just two days, and mill-quality soybeans have reached ₹4,500.Two days ago, soybeans fetched up to ₹4,250 per quintal at the Sangli Market Committee, while on Monday, they fetched up to ₹4,500 per quintal at the same market committee.However, farmers are being advised to sell soybeans only after assessing the price.Reasons for Rising Soybean Prices◼️ Demand for soybean oil has increased recently. This has led to increased purchases by processing industries.◼️ On the other hand, soybean sowing has decreased this year's Kharif season.◼️ Furthermore, soybean procurement by NAFED has now begun. This is supporting prices.read more :- America's eyes on India's cotton market
Cotton farmers face growing challenges, as the US sees a market in India.Previously, imports of raw cotton into India were subject to a five percent basic customs duty, a five percent agricultural infrastructure and development cess, and a ten percent social welfare surcharge, totaling eleven percent.This duty was imposed after the farmers' protest in February 2021, keeping in mind the interests of the country's cotton farmers. However, now, responding to the demand of the textile industry, the government has waived all customs duties on raw cotton imports effective August 19, 2025.Not only did the country's textile industry applaud this decision, the US Department of Agriculture also issued a statement, calling it a significant step and stating that it would increase US cotton exports to India. While this decision may benefit the US, it is hurting the country's farmers.According to the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI), the biggest beneficiary of this import duty exemption will undoubtedly be the US. The United States is the largest cotton exporter to India, and the new cotton crop begins arriving in the market from July to August.Importantly, the import duty was lifted just as the new cotton crop from Indian farmers was about to arrive in the market. The country's cotton harvest occurs from October to September, during which time farmers expect to receive good prices. Now, with the large-scale import of cotton from abroad, domestic cotton prices will fall.On the day the notification for the customs duty exemption was issued, the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) reduced the price of cotton by Rs. 600 per candy (one candy = 356 kg), and the next day, it reduced it by another Rs. 500 per candy. Thus, within just ten days, the government itself reduced the minimum price of cotton by a total of Rs. 1700 per candy.The US ranks third in cotton production.Although India is the world's second-largest cotton producer, with domestic consumption accounting for 95 percent of total production. However, India's production of high-quality, or extra-long-staple cotton (ELS), is low, and its demand is met through imports.The Cotton Council International (CCI), a US agricultural trade body, has long demanded the removal of this tariff. The government has eliminated the 11 percent tariff on imports of high-quality, or extra-long-staple cotton, effective February 20, 2024. However, the tariff on short-staple cotton imports remained in place, which was lifted in August of this year.This move will protect Indian textile exporters' profits to some extent from the impact of US tariffs, but the country's farmers will bear the brunt of the impact, especially given the government's strong claims of doubling farmers' income.The government forgot to mention cotton farmers.The statement regarding the removal of customs duty on cotton addressed the interests of textile manufacturers and consumers, but the government neglected to mention cotton farmers. The second statement stated that farmers' interests are protected through the Minimum Support Price (MSP) system operated by the Cotton Corporation of India Limited, which ensures that farmers receive a price at least 50 percent higher than their production costs.The government determines the minimum support price based on the A-2 FL formula. According to this, the minimum support price for medium-staple cotton has been set at ₹7,121 per quintal for the year 2024-25. However, farmers' organizations are demanding that it be determined based on the C-2 formula, which requires it to be ₹10,075 per quintal. It should be noted that the C-2 formula for determining the minimum support price was suggested by Dr. MS Swaminathan.99% of cotton is cultivated as a Kharif crop.In India, cotton cultivation is primarily a Kharif crop, while in some parts of Tamil Nadu and other surrounding states, it is a Rabi crop. Approximately 6 million farming families in India earn their livelihoods from cotton cultivation. Additionally, 40-50 million other people are also involved in the cotton trade.Last year, cotton was cultivated on a total of 114.47 lakh hectares of cultivable land, representing 36.36 percent of the global cotton acreage of 314.79 lakh hectares. India ranks first in the world in terms of acreage and second only to China in production. However, the per hectare yield (437 kg per hectare) is significantly lower than the world average (833 kg per hectare).Thus, the average annual cotton production was 337 bales, while the procurement at the minimum support price was only 38 bales. This means that only 11.27 percent of the total cotton production was purchased by the government. Furthermore, out of the approximately six million cotton farmers who cultivate cotton annually, only 7.88 lakh farmers were purchased from cotton at the minimum support price. How will farmers' interests be protected under these circumstances?read more :- Rupee open Falls 15 Paise to 90.03/USD
Rupee opens 15 paise down at 90.03 against dollarIndian rupee opened lower at 90.03 per dollar on Wednesday against Tuesday's close of 89.88.read more :- Cotton crisis deepens: Opposition protests government inaction; farmers demand loan waivers and fair prices
Cotton Crisis Deepens as Opposition Slams Government, Farmers Demand Loan WaiversNagpur: The second day of the winter session began on a confrontational note on Tuesday, with the opposition cornering the state government over falling cotton prices and growing distress among farmers. Congress Legislature Party leader Vijay Wadettiwar protested on the steps of the Vidhan Bhavan, alleging that the state government was neglecting the welfare of farmers by reducing the import tariff from 12% to zero, leading to increased imports and lower incomes for local farmers.The protest began just seconds after Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, Cultural Minister Ashish Shelar, Speaker Rahul Narvekar, and Council Chairperson Ram Shinde gathered on the steps of the Vidhan Bhavan for an official photo session with students from the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA).Holding a placard and raising slogans, Waddetiwar accused the government of neglecting cotton growers in Vidarbha and Marathwada. “Cotton must get a fair price. Farmers need fair compensation for their produce,” he shouted while leading the demonstration. The protests gained momentum, and leaders from the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) camp also joined in.Speaking to the media, former MPCC president Nana Patole said the government had taken shortcuts in waiving farmers' loans, providing relief only to those who had approached the court. He alleged, “Only 500 crore rupees out of 1,500 crore rupees have been waived,” and said the government's approach prioritized vote bank funding over the welfare of farmers.Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aditya Thackeray was seen holding a cotton plant as a symbol of farmers' suffering. He waved it while raising slogans and demanding immediate government intervention. Several opposition MLAs stood with him, holding banners demanding complete loan waivers and bonus procurement prices to stabilize the cotton sector.According to the opposition, market fluctuations and procurement delays have forced farmers to sell their produce at prices far below the Minimum Support Price (MSP). They alleged that government assurances have not been implemented, leaving cotton growers in debt and frustrated.The opposition has warned that they will intensify protests inside and outside the House until the government announces relief measures for cotton growers. With farmers' issues being discussed for the second consecutive day, the Winter Session is expected to be more chaotic.Earlier in the morning, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, while briefing CPA students, targeted the opposition, saying that raising slogans on the steps of the Vidhan Bhavan is not "parliamentary procedure," as the real discussions and decisions take place inside the House.Read More :- The rupee rose 26 paise to close at 89.88 per dollar.
On tuesday, the Indian rupee rose 26 paise to close at 89.88 per dollar, compared to its opening price of 90.14 in the morning.At close, the Sensex was down 436.41 points, or 0.51 percent, at 84,666.28, and the Nifty was down 120.9 points, or 0.47 percent, at 25,839.65. About 2,403 shares advanced, 1,455 shares declined, and 127 shares remained unchanged.Read More :- Brazil has overtaken India to become Bangladesh's top cotton supplier.
Brazil Becomes Bangladesh’s Top Cotton SupplierAccording to a US Department of Agriculture (USDA) report, Brazil has overtaken neighboring India to become Bangladesh's leading supplier of raw cotton. Bangladesh is one of the world's top cotton importers and the second-largest garment exporter.In the 2024-25 marketing year (MY25), which began in August, Bangladesh imported 8.28 million bales of raw cotton. Brazil supplied approximately 1.9 million bales, accounting for 23 percent of total imports.India was the second-largest supplier with 1.4 million bales, followed by Benin (1.06 million bales), Cameroon (616,538 bales), and the United States (595,902 bales).The USDA report states that Brazilian cotton has become popular among Bangladeshi spinners due to its competitive price, wide availability during harvest, and stable supply.In FY2024, India was the top supplier, exporting 1.79 million bales (23 percent share). Bangladeshi importers purchased Indian cotton in a short period of time, primarily through the Kolkata and Benapole ports, despite higher prices and some quality issues.For the current marketing year, 2026, USDA estimates cotton imports from Bangladesh at 8.4 million bales, a 1.4 percent increase over 2025, primarily due to higher cotton consumption by local spinners. This is a 5.2 percent increase from 2024 imports of 7.8 million bales.The report highlights that cotton imports remained stable during MY25, despite initial disruptions to RMG production following the formation of a new interim government in August 2024 after former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fled amid a student-led uprising in July.However, domestic cotton production is expected to remain unchanged at 153,000 bales, limited by land scarcity and a long production period, with cotton cultivated on 45,000–46,000 hectares.The annual consumption capacity of Bangladesh's textile industry is approximately 15 million bales, depending on the availability of raw materials, power supply, and yarn demand.Currently, only half of this capacity is being utilized, and raw cotton consumption is projected to reach 8.3 million bales in fiscal year 2025. The USDA estimates that consumption will increase to 8.5 million bales in fiscal year 2026, a 2.4 percent increase in expected imports.The spinning industry uses raw cotton to produce cotton and blended yarn, and yarn production is expected to increase from 1.7 million tons to 1.9 million tons in 2026.Despite increasing imports and use of raw cotton, Bangladesh's readymade garment industry is still expected to import more yarn and fabric.India remains the largest supplier of cotton yarn to Bangladesh due to its large spinning industry, shorter shipment times, and lower logistics costs, while China is the top textile exporter, followed by Pakistan and IndiaRead More :- Farmers worried due to falling cotton prices
Gujarat farmer distress: Where cotton clouds hang heavy*Overview of Cotton Farming Crisis in Gujarat*The recent economic and environmental challenges faced by cotton farmers in Gujarat, India, have resulted in severe distress, leading to instances of farmer suicides. This summary explores the contributing factors to this crisis, the impact of government policies, and the responses from various stakeholders.*Economic and Environmental Challenges*Price Declines: Farmers faced low cotton prices, around ₹1,200-1,300 per mann (20 kg), which was a significant decline from previous years. Weather Issues: Non-seasonal and excessive rains in October damaged crops, further exacerbating the farmers' financial struggles.*Government Response*Relief Package: Chief Minister announced a relief and assistance package worth approximately ₹10,000 crore, with plans to procure various crops at support prices.Import Duty Waivers: The Union government waived customs duties on raw cotton imports, aiming to stabilize textile costs but adversely affecting domestic cotton prices.*Impact of Import Policies*Increased Imports: India nearly doubled its cotton imports compared to the previous year, leading to a further decline in domestic prices. Industry vs. Farmers: While the textile industry benefits from cheaper imported cotton, Indian farmers receive lower prices for their produce.*Agricultural and Market Dynamics*Production and Acreage: The provisional cotton acreage for 2024-25 is 114.47 lakh ha, a decrease from 2023-24, with yields expected to remain constant. Market Access Issues: Farmers face logistical barriers, such as the absence of local market yards, forcing them to sell produce in distant districts.*Farmer Protests*Suicides and Protests: Six farmers, primarily cotton growers, have died by suicide in recent months, prompting protests against the government's policies and lack of adequate price support.Challenges in Cotton ProductionInput Costs: Rising costs of seeds and pesticides, coupled with stagnant cotton prices, have discouraged farmers from cultivating cotton.Shift to Alternative Crops: Many farmers are shifting to peanuts, pulses, or traditional cotton varieties like kala kapas to reduce input costs.*Industry Perspectives*Quality and Yield Issues: Low-quality seeds and reduced yields are major challenges. Farmers are advocating for new seed approvals to enhance productivity.Impact on Ginning Mills: The duty-free import policy benefits spinning mills but poses a threat to ginning mills, causing many to shut down.*Conclusion*The cotton farming crisis in Gujarat is multifaceted, involving economic, environmental, and systemic challenges. While government measures aim to stabilize the industry, they often fall short of addressing the root causes of farmer distress. For sustainable solutions, there is a need for comprehensive policy interventions that balance industry growth with farmer welfare.read more :- The rupee fall 05 paise to open at 90.14/USD.
he rupee fell 05 paise to open at 90.14 per dollar.The Indian rupee opened at 90.14 per dollar on tuesday, compared to the previous close of 90.09.read more :- Rupee falls 03 paise to close at 90.09 per dollar
On Monday, the Indian rupee fell 03 paise to close at 90.09 per dollar, compared to its opening price of 90.06 in the morning.At the close, the Sensex fell 609.68 points, or 0.71 percent, to 85,102.69, and the Nifty fell 225.90 points, or 0.86 percent, to 25,960.55. Around 824 shares advanced, 3,146 declined, and 145 remained unchanged.read more :- Soybeans worth Rs 83 lakh purchased at guaranteed price in Satara
Soybean Procurement: Satara District Purchases Soybeans Worth ₹83 Lakh at Guaranteed PriceTwo soybean procurement centers in Satara district, Koregaon and Masur (Tal. Karhad), have been opened at a base price of ₹5,328 per quintal, and by the end of December 5th, they had procured 1,1561 quintals of soybeans worth ₹83,17,000. The remaining four approved centers have not yet been operational.This year, soybeans were sown on 86,000 hectares in the district. Immediately after harvesting, most farmers began selling large quantities of soybeans at rates ranging from ₹4.50 to ₹4,700.Procurement centers should have been operational at that time at the base price; however, registration for the Satara, Phaltan, Wai, Koregaon, Karhad, and Masur centers in the district began on October 15th, with labor charges. However, the actual opening of these centers only began in the first week of November. Therefore, these centers have not received much response except in Koregaon and Masur.A total of 1,101 quintals of lentils and 460 quintals of masoor have been purchased at the Koregaon center, and a total of 1,561 quintals of lentils have been purchased at a rate of ₹5,328 per quintal. Seventeen farmers have registered at the Satara center in the district, 142 at the Phaltan center, and 61 at the Wai center; but the centers have not yet been operational.Low Response from FarmersSince soybean is the main crop during the Kharif season, production is highest. Due to rains during harvest time and a lack of procurement centers, there has been a low response from soybean farmers. Although farmers are receiving low prices due to the conditions at the center and transportation problems, traders have sold their soybean.Due to the lack of improvement in prices over the past three years, the storage capacity for soybeans has also decreased. To benefit farmers, the government is demanding that soybean centers be established before the harvest and at one in every four to five villages, rather than at the taluka level. read more :- Cotton procurement process slows in Nanded, buying slows down
Maharashtra: Cotton Procurement: Cotton procurement in Nanded is progressing at a very slow pace.Nanded: The procurement process at various cotton procurement centers in Nanded district has still not picked up pace. As of December 1, a total of 28,847 quintals of cotton had been procured from 1,933 farmers in the district. A total of 14,619 farmers had registered to sell cotton in the district, of which 5,051 entries have been approved by the market committee, and the number of pending entries is 8,107. The highest quantity of cotton, 11,908 quintals, was procured at the New Bharat Cotton Naigaon Center.Cotton procurement in the district is being done according to the central government's minimum guaranteed price. The price for medium-yarn cotton is ₹7,710 per quintal, while the price for long-yarn cotton is ₹8,110 per quintal. Procurement is taking place at nine locations in the district, namely Kinwat, Ardhapur, Bhokar, Naigaon, and Hadgaon talukas.4650.05 quintals of cotton was purchased from 282 farmers at Salasar Ginning Center in Kaldagaon, Ardhapur taluka. 1559 farmers have registered at this center. 2391 quintals were purchased at Nataraj and Balaji Ginning Center, Tasga (Tal. Hadgaon). A total of 1658 farmers have registered at Nataraj and Balaji Ginning Centers. 2923 quintals of cotton was purchased from 218 farmers at Venkatesh Cotton, Bhokar.3161 farmers have registered at this center. 11,908 quintals of cotton was purchased at New Bharat Cotton, Naigaon. The highest number of 5023 farmers have registered at this center. Of these, cotton from 777 registered farmers was purchased.Three centers, Manjeet Cotton, L.B. Cotton and Mahavir Ginning purchased 5,194 quintals of cotton. Cotton was purchased from 366 farmers. Vijay Cotton, Kinwat, had 1,585 registered farmers. Of these, 1,370 quintals of cotton was purchased from 74 farmers.read more :-“Earning 80,000 rupees by cultivating cotton on barren land”
Haryana: Earning 80,000 Rupees per acre by growing cotton on barren landWhile farmers in the region rely solely on paddy crops and abandon land they consider barren and infertile, Haryana farmers are earning thousands of rupees per acre by cultivating cotton on that very land.Farmer Naveen Hooda, who leased 120 acres of fallow land in village Ravan, 10 kilometers away, has been cultivating cotton for the past 5-6 years, earning over 75,000 to 80,000 Rupees per acre. The farmer explained that he has been cultivating cotton on this land, which lacks irrigation facilities, relying solely on rain for the past few years.Furthermore, in villages like Pattharchuwa, farmers from Haryana like Ramhet, Jagbir, and Kuldeep are also cultivating cotton on similar land. They explained that a plot of 50 to 100 acres is not available in Haryana, so they come to Chhattisgarh to cultivate cotton. He said that farmers in Chhattisgarh and the region could also do this if they wanted to, but perhaps they aren't interested. When this was discussed with Ramprasad Yadav, Dars Sahu, Jeevan Sahu, and Krishna of Tildabandha, they said that they used to grow pulses and oilseeds on the land where they grow paddy, but are unable to do so due to the monkey menace.They don't have much knowledge about growing crops like sugarcane and cotton. Gradually, as awareness grows, the production of these crops will certainly increase, leading to increased profits. The farmers explained that this crop, which takes six to eight months to mature, costs approximately ₹25,000 per acre for seeds, plowing the land, applying fertilizers and pesticides, and harvesting the cotton. Furthermore, there are additional costs for land lease and crop transportation. He told that the production of cotton per acre is about 18 quintals, which after being harvested by local labourers coming from Punjab at the rate of ₹8 per kg, is taken to places like Berla in Chhattisgarh and Nagpur in Maharashtra and sold at the rate of about ₹7000 to ₹8000 per quintal.read more :- Rupee open Falls 08 Paise to 90.06 /USD
Rupee falls 08 paisa to open at 90.06 per dollarIndian rupee opened at 90.06 per dollar on monday versus previous close of 89.98.read more :- “2024-25: State-wise CCI Cotton Sales Details”
State-wise CCI Cotton Sales Details – 2024-25 SeasonThe Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) kept its prices unchanged this week and sold approximately 92,26,300 bales for the season 2024-25. This represents around 92.26% of the total cotton procured so far this season.A state-wise breakdown of sales indicates strong activity from Maharashtra, Telangana, and Gujarat, which together account for over 85.18% of the total sales to date.This data underscores CCI’s proactive efforts in stabilizing the cotton market and ensuring steady supply across key cotton-producing states.
India-Russia Economic Cooperation Strengthens with 2030 RoadmapIndia and Russia have unveiled a comprehensive plan to expand their economic cooperation, announcing a comprehensive program for economic cooperation until 2030 during President Vladimir Putin's state visit to New Delhi on December 4-5, 2025.Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Putin reiterated that their eight-decade-old partnership—built on trust, mutual respect, and strategic convergence—remains a pillar of stability amid global geopolitical uncertainty.PM Modi stated that the new roadmap will make mutual trade "more diversified, balanced, and sustainable," and will open up avenues for co-production, co-innovation, and deeper industrial cooperation. Central to this objective are ongoing negotiations on a free trade agreement between India and the Eurasian Economic Union, the completion of which is expected to open up new export opportunities.A key highlight was the adoption of the "Program 2030," which prioritizes balanced trade, simplified payment systems, the removal of tariff and non-tariff barriers, and greater logistics efficiency. Both sides are working to strengthen settlements in national currencies and explore interoperability between payment systems and digital currency platforms. The two countries reaffirmed the revised bilateral trade target of $100 billion by 2030 in a joint statement.Energy security—which has long been the backbone of the partnership—was given renewed emphasis. The two countries pledged to expand cooperation in oil, gas, petrochemicals, underground coal gasification, LNG and LPG infrastructure, and nuclear energy. Russia and India agreed to fast-track the delivery schedule of equipment and fuel for the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant and to continue negotiations on a second nuclear site in India.Connectivity emerged as a top priority, with new momentum being provided for the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), the Chennai-Vladivostok Maritime Corridor, and the Northern Sea Route. An MoU on training Indian sailors for polar operations is expected to strengthen cooperation in the Arctic and create new employment opportunities.Deep engagement in the Russian Far East and the Arctic was reaffirmed, supported by a separate cooperation program for 2024–2029. Sectors such as agriculture, energy, manpower, mining, diamonds, pharmaceuticals, and maritime transport will be focus areas.Leaders also emphasized the growing importance of minerals essential for clean energy and high-tech manufacturing. Both sides pledged stronger cooperation in exploration, processing, and recycling technologies, along with plans for joint ventures in fertilizers and long-term supply arrangements.People-focused initiatives were a major part of the discussions. India recently opened new consulates in Yekaterinburg and Kazan, while Russia will soon benefit from free 30-day e-tourist visas and a group visa scheme. New agreements on skilled manpower mobility, joint vocational training, and enhanced academic exchanges aim to build deeper societal ties.Modi and Putin reiterated their long-standing cooperation on counter-terrorism, condemned recent attacks in India and Russia, and called for a zero-tolerance policy on extremism. They also reaffirmed their close coordination on key multilateral platforms such as the UN, G20, BRICS, and SCO, with Russia reiterating its support for India's bid for permanent membership of the UN Security Council.From civil nuclear technology and space cooperation – including working together on rocket engines and human spaceflight – to enhancing defense co-development and co-production under Make in India, the summit demonstrated the multi-dimensional depth of the India-Russia partnership.Putin thanked Modi for his warm hospitality and invited him to visit Russia for the next annual summit in 2026, marking another step in the continued development of the relationship he described as “special and privileged.”read more :- "Farmers appeal to PM on cotton procurement ban"
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|---|---|---|
| Cotton arrivals in the northern belt increased by 49.66%. | 11-12-2025 19:05:00 | view |
| "7 lakh cotton farmers in Maharashtra are registered on the cotton farmer app." | 11-12-2025 18:26:51 | view |
| The rupee opened 01 paisa lower against the dollar at 89.98. | 11-12-2025 17:29:52 | view |
| Cotton Association demands removal of 11% import duty | 10-12-2025 23:37:40 | view |
| Rupee higher 06 paise to close at 89.97 per dollar | 10-12-2025 22:46:47 | view |
| Soybean prices cross guaranteed price, rise in Sangli | 10-12-2025 19:22:05 | view |
| America's eyes on India's cotton market | 10-12-2025 18:35:12 | view |
| Rupee open Falls 15 Paise to 90.03/USD | 10-12-2025 17:26:05 | view |
| Cotton crisis deepens: Opposition protests government inaction; farmers demand loan waivers and fair prices | 09-12-2025 23:15:31 | view |
| The rupee rose 26 paise to close at 89.88 per dollar. | 09-12-2025 22:56:24 | view |
| Brazil has overtaken India to become Bangladesh's top cotton supplier. | 09-12-2025 22:11:22 | view |
| “Farmers worried due to falling cotton prices” | 09-12-2025 18:37:04 | view |
| The rupee fall 05 paise to open at 90.14/USD. | 09-12-2025 17:33:40 | view |
| Rupee falls 03 paise to close at 90.09 per dollar | 08-12-2025 22:48:18 | view |
| Soybeans worth Rs 83 lakh purchased at guaranteed price in Satara | 08-12-2025 19:29:01 | view |
| Cotton procurement process slows in Nanded, buying slows down | 08-12-2025 19:07:51 | view |
| “Earning 80,000 rupees by cultivating cotton on barren land” | 08-12-2025 18:54:18 | view |
| Rupee open Falls 08 Paise to 90.06 /USD | 08-12-2025 17:23:35 | view |
| “2024-25: State-wise CCI Cotton Sales Details” | 06-12-2025 22:22:05 | view |
| "India-Russia Economic Cooperation Strengthened by 2030 Roadmap" | 06-12-2025 20:22:27 | view |
