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Haryana: The wait for government cotton procurement grows longer, with reports of samples sent failing.Charkhi Dadri : Farmers are increasingly awaiting the start of government cotton procurement at the new grain market in Dadri. Last Monday, the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) sent cotton samples to a lab in Sirsa for quality testing before the government procurement began. These samples failed to meet the prescribed standards.In this situation, a three-member committee will now re-examine cotton samples and send them to the lab for testing. A decision on procurement can then be made. It's worth noting that last Monday, CCI officials held a meeting with Market Committee officials at the market. To expedite procurement, CCI officials sent samples of cotton arriving at the market to the lab for quality testing, which failed to meet the standards.It's worth noting that according to CCI rules, the full MSP will be awarded only if the moisture content is up to eight percent. Furthermore, if the moisture content is higher, the price will be reduced. The agency will only pay farmers in full for cotton that meets the standards.Cotton samples taken recently from the Dadri grain market did not meet standards. A three-member committee will now conduct fresh cotton sampling. These samples will be sent to a laboratory for testing. A procurement decision will be made based on the report.read more :- Tummala demands CCI to withdraw cotton procurement rules

Telengana : Tummala urges CCI to revoke new cotton purchase rulesHyderabad: Agriculture minister Tummala Nageswara Rao has written to Union textile minister Giriraj Singh and Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) managing director Lalit Kumar Gupta, urging a rollback of the new rules governing cotton procurement in the state.In his letter, the minister pointed out that CCI has reduced the permissible cotton yield per acre from 12 quintals to seven quintals. However, reports from district collectors indicate that the actual yield in Telangana is around 11.74 quintals per acre.Tummala said that this year's heavy rains have already caused significant losses to farmers and described the new CCI restriction as detrimental to their interests. He requested the corporation to procure cotton with up to 20% moisture content to prevent further hardship.The minister also highlighted that many farmers are facing difficulties due to limited awareness of the Kapas Kisan app, which is essential for the sale process. He appealed to the CCI to withdraw the seven-quintal rule, restore the earlier procurement method, and address issues faced by ginning millers while safeguarding farmers' interests.read more :- INR Opens Stronger by 39 Paise at 88.39

 Rupee opens 39 paise up at 88.39/USD on Asian cuesIndian rupee opened 39 paise higher at 88.39 per dollar on Tuesday versus previous close of 88.78.read more :- CCI starts cotton procurement in Anjad Mandi

Madhya Pradesh: CCI Begins Cotton Procurement at Anjad Mandi, 13 Farmers Sell ProduceBarwani: The Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) has commenced cotton procurement at the Anjad Agricultural Produce Market in Barwani district, providing relief to farmers affected by excessive rainfall this season.The procurement drive, conducted under the Ministry of Textiles, officially began on Monday. The first purchase was made around noon, when CCI cotton selector Arun bought produce from local farmer Nirbhay Singh at ₹7,689 per quintal.According to Market Secretary Anil Ujale, a total of 17 slots were booked on the opening day, out of which cotton was procured from 13 farmers. Prices ranged between ₹7,689 and ₹8,010 per quintal.Excessive rainfall this year had severely impacted cotton crops in the region, prompting farmers to demand the resumption of procurement operations. The restart of CCI purchases is expected to provide much-needed support to affected farmers.CCI officials stated that only cotton with a moisture content between 8% and 12% will be accepted. Farmers have been advised to remain patient and ensure proper quality standards. Those already registered can book their slots through the mobile app, while any issues can be addressed by contacting Agricultural Produce Market officials.On the first day, the mandi recorded arrivals of cotton via 150 vehicles and 22 bullock carts.read more :- Rupee fell 02 paise to close at 88.78 per dollar

The Indian rupee fell 02 paise to close at 88.78 per dollar on Monday, compared to its opening price of 88.76 in the morning.At the close, the Sensex rose 39.78 points or 0.05 percent to 83,978.49, and the Nifty advanced 41.25 points or 0.16 percent to 25,763.35. Around 2,144 shares advanced, 1,896 declined, and 205 remained unchanged.read more :-  Telangana: Cotton sales begin at CCI centres

Telangana: Cotton should be sold at CCI procurement centersIlantakunta : Mankondur MLA Dr. Kavampally Satyanarayana said that cotton should be sold at CCI procurement centers and receive the support price. Cotton procurement centers established under the auspices of CCI in the district were inaugurated on Sunday. Speaking on the occasion, he said that cotton farmers should not fall prey to middlemen. They should bring cotton that meets quality standards and receive the support price of ₹8110 per quintal. He said that this year, cotton will be purchased through a slot system. He added that CCI has introduced a new system to prevent irregularities in cotton procurement. He said that cotton should be brought to procurement centers only after receiving information from the Agriculture Department. He said that this policy will eliminate the need for farmers to queue at procurement centers. Congress Mandal branch president Komatireddy Bhaskar Reddy, leaders Ereddy Mahender Reddy, Prasad, Ramana Reddy, Ayilaiah, Pasula Venkat, Tirupati Goud, Eluka Ramaswamy, Rajesham, Surendra Reddy, Satya Reddy and leaders from several villages participated in the programme.read more :- India's exports jump, a big blow to America!

The biggest blow to America, which is competing with India! Textiles, gems, jewelry... India's exports increased.India Export Growth 2025 Textiles, gems, jewelry, marine products: Since US President Donald Trump imposed tariffs on India, US exports have declined. This will have a significant impact on India's textiles, gems, jewelry, and marine products. However, the volume is small. When the US closed its doors to India through tariffs, other countries welcomed Indian products. India's exports of textiles, gems, jewelry, and marine products to countries other than the US have increased significantly.Data from the Ministry of Commerce shows that India is selling its goods to various countries and is not solely dependent on the US. Demand for these products has increased in countries like the UAE, Vietnam, Belgium, and Saudi Arabia. Due to increasing demand in Asia, Europe, and West Asia, India's exports to these regions have increased significantly.How much did marine products increase?According to the data, India's seafood exports grew 15.6 percent year-on-year to $4.83 billion between January and September 2025. This growth was primarily driven by rising demand for seafood in countries other than the United States. While the United States remains the largest seafood export market, with India exporting $1.44 billion, the highest growth was seen in Vietnam (100.4 percent), Belgium (73.0 percent), and Thailand (54.4 percent). This indicates that India is expanding its seafood trade with several countries in Asia and Europe. Growth was also observed in China (9.8 percent), Malaysia (64.2 percent), and Japan (10.9 percent).India's textile exports to new and emerging markets such as Peru and Nigeria increased. From January to September 2025, India's textile exports grew a modest but positive 1.23 percent to $28.05 billion. This growth was driven by strong demand in countries other than the United States. Exports to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) grew by 8.6 percent to $136.5 million, making it an important regional hub for the Indian textile industry. Demand for Indian textiles is also increasing in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. Growth was recorded in the Netherlands at 11.8 percent, Poland at 24.1 percent, Spain at 9.1 percent, and Egypt at 24.5 percent.Where did demand for gems and jewelry increase?India's gems and jewelry exports grew by 1.24 percent in the first half of this year, totaling $22.73 billion. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) remained the largest market for gems and jewelry, with exports increasing by 37.7 percent to $1.93 billion.South Korea saw growth of 134 percent, Saudi Arabia at 68 percent, and Canada at 41 percent. This reflects the growing demand for Indian jewellery and cut-polished diamonds in emerging luxury and investment-focused markets.read more :- INR Opens Stronger by 01 Paise at 88.76

Rupee Opens at 88.76, Up 01 PaisaIndian rupee opened flat at 88.76 per dollar on Monday versus Friday's close of 88.77.read more :- State Wise CCI Cotton Sales Report 2024-25

State-wise CCI Cotton Sales Details – 2024-25 SeasonThe Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) reduced its prices by a total of ₹500-₹700 per candy this week. The total cotton bales sales for the 2024-25 season to approximately 89,55,200 bales. This represents around 89.04% 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 85.30% 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.

Continuous heavy rains have ruined cotton crops: Farmers in trouble, soybeans destroyed, cotton also blackenedContinuous heavy rains over the past few days have ruined farmers' hard work. The moisture in the cotton grains has caused the cotton to turn black, and in many places, the grains are visible. The crop plants have bent, and the humid weather has increased the incidence of diseases.The heavy rains over the past two months have ruined the remaining crop, leaving farmers truly desperate. The rains have flooded the soybean crop. Some of the soybean crop was ready for harvest, so many removed it from the fields and collected it to dry in the rain. The wet pods burst and sprouted, ruining the entire crop. Meanwhile, the cotton grains have fallen off the cotton plants. Furthermore, the flowers have also fallen off due to the continuous heavy rains. The moisture has degraded the quality of the cotton, which will have a significant impact on market prices.In many areas of the taluka, the rain has caused the crops to rot in the ground. For farmers who took loans to sow their crops, purchase fertilizers, and pay labor, this loss is a significant blow. Many farmers no longer have the resources and capital to plan for the Rabi season. They were supposed to prepare the land for the Rabi crop, purchase seeds, and irrigate, but the supply of funds has dried up. After the Kharif season's losses, farmers are financially devastated, and their next season will be severely affected. Affected farmers are in dire need of assistance. The return rains have washed away not only their crops but also their hopes, hard work, and preparations for the next season.Currently, field work has come to a standstill due to the rains. The weight of the cotton has increased due to the wetness, resulting in higher harvest costs. Since cotton has to be resold at a lower price, there is a risk of a double economic blow. Although the rains are expected to resume soon, cotton production will not be possible until the soil dries out. The rains have delayed sowing of the Rabi season crop, and field work has come to a standstill. Farmers are currently waiting for the rains to begin.read more :- Cotton crop failure, wheat sowing delayed

Madhya Pradesh: Farmers say the cotton crop has lost its color; wheat sowing may be delayed by a fortnight.Indore: Unseasonal rains over the past few days have dashed farmers' hopes for a better harvest and raised concerns about the quality of the standing cotton crop in western Madhya Pradesh. This rain is expected to delay wheat sowing by about a fortnight.Cotton harvesting is currently underway in the Malwa-Nimar region, and farmers say the sudden downpour has affected the color and quality of the newly harvested crop. Kailash Agarwal, a cotton farmer and ginning mill owner from Khargone, said, "The first harvest of cotton is underway, and the rain has caused the crop to lose its color. With no room for drying this season, the cotton stored in warehouses after harvesting is also at risk of spoilage."Officials and farmers said there has been no major crop damage so far, but the rain has disrupted field preparation and sowing schedules for Rabi crops like wheat, maize, and chickpea. Due to the moisture, sowing is likely to be delayed by about 10 to 15 days in many areas.Dilip Mukati, president of the Indore Metropolitan Bharatiya Kisan Sangh, said, "Overall, there has been no major damage, but wheat sowing has been delayed as farmers are waiting for the rain to stop before starting field work."In the Indore division, wheat is sown on approximately 200,000 hectares each year. The ideal time for wheat sowing in Madhya Pradesh begins in late October and continues until mid-November. However, agricultural experts say that if the moisture conditions persist, farmers may have to wait longer, which could impact the yield potential of early-sown varieties.read more :-Cotton sold below MSP in Haryana