Cotton arrivals in Madhya Pradesh’s markets increased by 2,000 bales on Thursday, bringing the total to 13,000-14,000 bales. Despite this rise, cotton prices remained stable at to ₹7,300 per quintal. Cotton seed prices also held steady, ranging between ₹2,900 and ₹3,150 per quintal.
Rising demand for cotton bales
New demand for Candy Cotton Fabric has driven a price increase of ₹200 per bale. Prices for 73 RD cotton with 9% moisture now range from ₹52,400 to ₹52,700 per bales, while 75 RD cotton with 9% moisture is priced between ₹53,400 and ₹53,700 per Fabric.
Market activity remains limited, but traders and ginners from South India are buying in significant quantities, indicating strong demand for high-quality cotton.
Cotton prices across key Markets
| Market | Price Range (₹) |
|---|---|
| Khetia | 6,500 – 7,040 |
| Sailana | 5,500 – 7,000 |
| Jobat | 6,500 – 6,800 |
| Karahi | 6,650 – 6,800 |
| Badwaha | 5,500 – 6,750 |
| Khandva | 6,800 – 6,871 |
| Sendhwa | 6,575 – 6,775 |
| Barwani | 5,550 – 6,600 |
| Khargone | 6,600 – 7,000 |
| Kasrawad | 6,466 – 6,500 |
Despite limited trading, the cotton market in Madhya Pradesh remains resilient with steady prices and increasing demand from key buyers.
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