All India Cotton Brokers Association Zoom Meeting: Crop Estimates and Cotton

Arrivals and Pressing figure Estimate.

Yesterday The All-India Cotton Brokers Association convened a significant Zoom
meeting to discuss critical matters surrounding crop estimates and to discuss
about the Cotton Arrivals in last 5 months to get a clear view about Indian
Cotton Crop size.
Here's a detailed summary of the discussion:
The Zoom meeting was attended by members of All India Cotton Brokers
Association with few Esteemed Guest from all over India to discuss about the
Arrivals till 29 February and Expected Cotton Crop size.
Crop Estimates Analysis:
Expert analysts presented detailed assessments of the current cotton crop
estimates based on various parameters such as weather conditions, acreage, and
historical trends. Special emphasis was placed on regions with significant cotton
cultivation and potential factors impacting crop yields- The one State which was
centre of discussion-Maharashtra which took much time and discussion, surprised
many.

Discussion was based on Cotton Brokers and panelists Including Ginners, Traders
and Other Experts own assessment and idea based on data provided by
respective state association.Participants highlighted challenges faced in
accurately estimating crop yields, including unpredictable weather patterns, pest
infestations, and socio-economic factors affecting farming practices. These
challenges underscored the importance of collaborative efforts and advanced
technologies for precise forecasting.

Policy Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement:

The association reiterated its commitment to advocating policies conducive to the
cotton industry's sustainable growth. Collaborative engagements with
government agencies, regulatory bodies, and industry stakeholders were
emphasized to address challenges about data collection and identify Crop size
accurately which will foster a conducive business environment.
AFTER ALL THE DISCUSSION AND AGREEMENTS BROKER ASSOCIATION
SUMMARIES ALL THE DETAILS WHICH ARE GIVEN BELOW.
Anil Thanvi (President)
All India Cotton Broker Association
 ALL INDIA COTTON BROKERS ASSOCIATION

Remaining
Running Estimated Crop Arrival Remaining
STATE Arrival in
Bales 2023-24 till 29-Feb-2024 Arrival
ZONE Percentage
Size
ALL FIGURES IN RUNNING BALES

North Zone
Punjab 166 3,50,000 3,25,000 25,000 7.14%
Haryana 166 13,50,000 11,25,000 2,25,000 16.67%
Upper Rajasthan 166 15,00,000 13,80,000 1,20,000 8.00%
Lower Rajasthan 166 15,00,000 13,20,000 1,80,000 12.00%

Total 166 5,50,000 11.70%

47,00,000 41,50,000

Central Zone
Gujarat 162 92,00,000 62,63,000 29,37,000 31.92%
Maharashtra 162 1,10,00,000 89,96,000 20,04,000 18.22%
Madhya Pradesh 162 19,00,000 15,79,000 3,21,000 16.89%

Total 1,68,38,000 52,62,000 23.81%

2,21,00,000

South Zone
Telangana 165 39,00,000 33,00,000 6,00,000 15.38%
Andhra Pradesh 165 13,00,000 9,00,000 4,00,000 30.77%
Karnataka 162 20,00,000 17,50,000 2,50,000 12.50%
Tamil Nadu 162 5,50,000 1,60,000 3,90,000 70.91%

Total 16,40,000 21.16%

77,50,000 61,10,000

Orissa 165 3,80,000 3,25,000 55,000 14.47%

Chhattisgarh 162 70,000 45,000 25,000 35.71%
Others 162 2,00,000 1,25,000 75,000 37.50%
Grand Total 3,52,00,000 2,75,93,000 76,07,000 21.61%
 ALL INDIA COTTON BROKERS ASSOCIATION

Remaining
Estimated Crop Arrival Remaining
STATE Arrival in
2023-24 till 29-Feb-2024 Arrival
ZONE Percentage

ALL FIGURES IN 170 Kg BALES

North Zone
Punjab 3,41,765 3,17,353 24,412 7.14%
Haryana 13,18,235 10,98,529 2,19,706 16.67%
Upper Rajasthan 14,64,706 13,47,529 1,17,176 8.00%
Lower Rajasthan 14,64,706 12,88,941 1,75,765 12.00%
Total 45,89,412 40,52,353 5,37,059 11.70%

Central Zone
Gujarat 87,67,059 59,68,271 27,98,788 31.92%
Maharashtra 1,04,82,353 85,72,659 19,09,694 18.22%
Madhya Pradesh 18,10,588 15,04,694 3,05,894 16.89%
Total 2,10,60,000 1,60,45,624 50,14,376 23.81%

South Zone
Telangana 37,85,294 32,02,941 5,82,353 15.38%
Andhra Pradesh 12,61,765 8,73,529 3,88,235 30.77%
Karnataka 19,05,882 16,67,647 2,38,235 12.50%
Tamil Nadu 5,24,118 1,52,471 3,71,647 70.91%
Total 74,77,059 58,96,588 15,80,471 21.14%

Orissa 3,68,824 3,15,441 53,382 14.47%

Chhattisgarh 66,706 42,882 23,824 35.71%
Others 1,90,588 1,19,118 71,471 37.50%
Grand Total 3,37,52,588 2,64,72,006 72,80,582 21.57%

Anil Thanvi (President)

All India Cotton Broker Association