Low Indian cotton prices, weak demand and increased sowing worry traders, industry

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Industry and trade associations allege that “excessively high” estimates made by the United States Agriculture Department (USDA) have increased pressure on Indian cotton prices. According to CAI, cotton is selling at Rs 35,000 per candy (of 356 kg each) in the Indian market while imported cotton is available for Rs 42,000 per candy.

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