Mumbai, July 27 -- Domestic Cotton production during the recent cotton seasons has ranged to 290.91 lakh bales (Provisional) in 2025-26 from 352.48 lakh bales in 2020-21. The variation in production is primarily attributable to changes in cotton acreage, as some farmers have diversified to other remunerative crops. Cotton productivity remained broadly stable in the range of 428-451 kg/hectare during this period. Cotton prices have reflected prevailing domestic and international market conditions. During the recent period, international cotton prices increased by about 19%, while domestic cotton prices (S-6 variety) increased by about 18%. To augment domestic availability, imports of raw cotton and cotton yarn are undertaken whenever requi...