Cotlook Index: 07-10-2026
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US, India & 13 other economies sign global excess capacity statement
Thursday, 8th Oct 2026, (Source: www.fibre2fashion.com)
Insights: The United States and 14 economies have signed a Joint Ministerial Statement to tackle structural excess capacity and production in key manufacturing sectors.Convened by the US Trade Representative, it builds on G20 Trade Ministerial talks and outlines work through dedicated sectoral platforms.The statement urges countries to end non-market policies and practices that distort markets.
The United States and 14 economies have signed a Joint Ministerial Statement expressing their collective resolve to address structural excess capacity and production in key manufacturing sectors, after a meeting of senior officials convened by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) on the margins of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Trade Committee.The statement builds on discussions at the G20 Trade Ministerial in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and sets out work through new, dedicated sectoral platforms to examine and take effective actions on structural excess capacity and production in several key sectors of concern. It also calls on all countries to take steps to end non-market policies and practices that distort markets and perpetuate structural excess capacity and production, according to a USTR press release.The signatories include the trade ministers of Argentina, Australia, Canada, the European Union, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Mexico, Poland, Turkiye, the United Kingdom and the United States.US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said: "Over the course of the U.S. G20 presidency, numerous economies raised instances of structural excess capacity and production in economies that persistently exceeded global demand and were sustained by foreign government’s non-market policies and practices. Left unchecked, these issues will continue to cripple domestic industries, displace local production, and hinder our ability to raise the standard of living for workers and their families. The Trump Administration will continue to engage with our trading partners to defend our domestic industries, workers, and economy from distortions resulting from these pervasive policies and practices."
ICE cotton futures fall on strong dollar, weak crude oil
Thursday, 8th Oct 2026, (Source: www.fibre2fashion.com)
ICE cotton futures declined on Wednesday after three consecutive sessions of gains, pressured by a stronger US dollar, higher Treasury yields, weaker crude oil and broader financial market weakness.The December contract lost 118 points to settle at 80.03 cents per pound. However, prices remained 227 points higher over the past four sessions, indicating that the recent recovery had not been entirely erased. Traders were also cautious ahead of key US crop and supply-demand reports due on Friday. ICE cotton contracts settled 20–118 points lower across the board.
Insights: ICE cotton futures fell on Wednesday after three gains, with December down 118 points at 80.03 cents as a stronger US dollar, higher yields and weaker crude weighed. Volume hit a two-week low of 41,421 contracts and open interest eased to 382,230, indicating liquidation.Traders await Friday's USDA supply-demand reports, while mill enquiries and exports supported the 77–80 cents range.
Trading activity was subdued, with volume falling to 41,421 contracts, its lowest level in approximately two weeks. Open interest decreased by just 147 contracts to 382,230 contracts. It had declined by 7,264 contracts from the record high of 389,494 recorded on September 29, suggesting continued liquidation of existing positions. The relatively small decline in open interest alongside Wednesday's price fall indicated limited evidence of substantial fresh short positioning.
The US dollar index closed at its highest level in 18 months, making US cotton more expensive for overseas buyers and weighing on export competitiveness. US 10-year Treasury yields reached 5.36 per cent before easing following a strong Treasury auction. Minutes from the Federal Reserve's September meeting indicated that several officials had considered another interest rate increase before the end of the year, reinforcing expectations of restrictive monetary conditions.
Crude oil prices also remained under pressure, declining in three of the past four sessions. Oil settled at $88.28 per barrel, its lowest closing level in around four and a half weeks, following a cumulative decline of approximately $4.59 over four sessions. Easing concerns over Iranian supply disruptions and reports of accelerated releases from emergency reserves weighed on energy prices. Lower crude oil prices also limited support for cotton by potentially improving the relative competitiveness of polyester.Market participants observed that cotton futures had closely followed broader financial markets over the previous two sessions. Cotton gained alongside other markets on Tuesday but retreated with broader weakness on Wednesday, suggesting that macroeconomic sentiment continued to influence price movements.Attention now turns to the US Department of Agriculture's (USDA) World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) and Crop Production reports, scheduled for Friday, October 9. Traders will closely monitor revisions to US cotton production, yields, domestic demand, exports and global supply-demand balances.Meanwhile, lower cotton prices continued to attract some commercial buying and mill enquiries. Recent US export data showed Upland cotton sales of approximately 202,600 running bales for the 2026–27 marketing year, while shipments totalled around 149,500 running bales. On-call fixation activity and commercial purchases had also provided underlying support around the 77–80 cents range during the recent recovery.China's Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange (ZCE) remained closed on Wednesday for the Golden Week holiday, limiting fresh directional signals from the Chinese futures market. Its scheduled reopening on Thursday, October 8, could provide further indications of Asian market sentiment.From a technical perspective, the December contract faced immediate psychological support at 80 cents per pound, followed by 79–79.20 cents and the recent low of 77.05 cents. Resistance was seen around 81.70–82 cents, with the next recovery zone at 82.50–83 cents.This morning (Indian Standard Time), December 2026 cotton was trading at 80.08 cents per pound (up 0.05 cent). Cash cotton traded at 77.78 cents (down 1.18 cent), while the October 2026 contract traded at 76.30 cents (down 1.18 cent). The March 2027 contract was at 83.12 cents (unchanged), May 2027 at 85.06 cents (up 0.23 cent), and July 2027 at 85.29 cents (up 0.05 cent). A few contracts remained at their previous closing levels, with no trading recorded so far today.
Karimnagar Cotton Crop Under Drought Stress
Wednesday, 7th Oct 2026,, Yash Chouhan, (Source: www.smartinfoindia.com)
Rain Awaited in Karimnagar; Drought Affects Cotton Crop Growth
Karimnagar, Telangana: Cotton farmers in Karimnagar district are awaiting rainfall from the northeast monsoon. Due to a prolonged dry spell, the cotton crop has begun to wither in several areas of the district, and plant growth has been stunted. According to farmers, the condition of the cotton crop in fields with red soil is worse compared to those with black soil. Cotton has been cultivated across approximately 46,000 acres in Karimnagar district this season. It is the district's second most important crop after paddy. Since cotton requires less water than paddy, not only traditional cotton growers but also other farmers have cultivated it over a large area this time. Farmers state that the cotton crop has faced water scarcity since the beginning of the Kharif season. Despite timely sowing, the lack of adequate rainfall delayed seed germination in many areas. Subsequently, the prolonged absence of rain hindered the crop's growth. Farmers fear that if the dry conditions persist, cotton yields could drop by as much as 50 percent.Ujjagiri Gangaiah, a farmer from Venkatagiri village in Ramadugu Mandal, has cultivated cotton on four acres and paddy on three acres. He reported that despite having a well, there is insufficient irrigation water for both crops. According to him, the delay in germination has resulted in stunted cotton plants. This is expected to adversely affect the number of flowers and the overall yield. Gangaiah mentioned that he has spent over ₹30,000 per acre on cotton cultivation and is now worried about recovering his costs.Manda Rajamallaiah, a farmer from Gopalpur in Karimnagar Rural Mandal, stated that soil moisture levels have depleted due to high temperatures and the prolonged dry spell. He believes that the crop can be saved if there are two good spells of rain. According to Gangayya, rainfall every 10–15 days until Diwali would help improve the condition of the crop.
Washim Cotton Farmers Face Drought
Thursday, 8th Oct 2026,, Yash Chouhan, (Source: www.smartinfoindia.com)
World Cotton Day: Cotton or Soybean? Rising Costs and Drought Raise Farmers' Concerns
Washim: Washim district in Maharashtra was once a major hub for cotton production; the Karanja and Manora talukas, in particular, were renowned for cotton cultivation. However, due to rising production costs, labor shortages, increasing wages for cotton picking, and market price fluctuations, farmers are gradually shifting towards other crops.
This year, cotton has been sown across 37,756 hectares in Washim district. However, the condition of the crop remains a cause for concern due to a prolonged lack of adequate rainfall. Depleted soil moisture has stunted the growth of cotton plants, leaving farmers facing the challenge of saving their standing crops
*Cotton Acreage Shrinks Over 15 Years
About 15 years ago, cotton was cultivated on more than 50,000 hectares in Washim district. The area under cotton cultivation has since decreased significantly; this year, sowing was limited to 37,756 hectares.
Cotton cultivation entails high costs, and the crop requires a long duration in the field. Farmers are struggling with labor shortages and rising wage costs. Amidst market price uncertainties, many are turning to crops like soybean and turmeric instead.
Production Threatened by Lack of Rain*
A lack of adequate rainfall for nearly two months in the cotton-growing regions of Karanja and Manora has depleted soil moisture, hindering plant growth. If sufficient rain does not arrive soon, the formation of cotton bolls and the overall yield could be adversely affected.
Farmers have demanded compensation of ₹30,000 per acre from the government for crop losses. Registration Mandatory for Sales at MSP
Farmers wishing to sell cotton to the CCI at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) during the 2026-27 season are required to self-register via the ‘Kapas Kisan’ mobile app. Registration remains open until October 31, 2026.
For the 2026-27 season, the MSP for cotton has been fixed at ₹8,267 per quintal for medium-staple varieties and ₹8,667 per quintal for long-staple varieties. Farmers hope that CCI procurement will provide relief should market prices fall below the MSP.
Challenges Faced by Farmers on World Cotton Day
World Cotton Day is observed on October 7. For farmers in Washim, rising costs, labor shortages, water scarcity, weather unpredictability, and market price fluctuations remain significant challenges.
Given this situation, the farmers' priorities for the current season are to protect their standing crops, secure relief for crop losses, and obtain market support through the MSP.
CCI Holds Sudhar Utsav in Gujarat
Thursday, 8th Oct 2026,, Yash Chouhan, (Source: www.smartinfoindia.com)
'Sudhar Utsav' at Bodeli APMC on World Cotton Day; ₹7,900 Crore Paid to 3 Lakh Farmers
Bodeli, Gujarat: On the occasion of World Cotton Day, the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) Ltd., Ahmedabad, organized 'Sudhar Utsav 2026' at the Bodeli APMC. Senior CCI officials, cotton traders, and a large number of farmers participated in the event. Discussions were held regarding cotton procurement, payments to farmers, and measures to boost cotton production. CCI’s E.G.M. Reddy stated that the CCI has procured 98 lakh quintals of cotton in Gujarat. In return, approximately ₹7,900 crore was paid to around 3 lakh farmers. This was highlighted as a significant achievement for the CCI. It was revealed during the event that about 4 lakh farmers in Gujarat have registered to sell their cotton. This figure is expected to rise to approximately 5 lakh in the near future. The event also emphasized promoting the 'Cotton Revolution' and 'Kasturi Cotton,' alongside the reforms being implemented in the cotton sector. Scientist Chirag Patel stressed the importance of maintaining an optimal plant population in fields to enhance cotton productivity. He advised farmers to adopt scientific crop management practices to improve production capacity.Farmers were also encouraged to adopt crop rotation. The event highlighted that subsidies, technical assistance, and training are provided to farmers to improve agricultural output. Crop rotation can help maintain soil quality and make farming more sustainable. CCI Joint Secretary M.M. Patel said, "The country can become self-reliant only when the farmer becomes self-reliant." He urged farmers to adopt scientific farming practices and avail themselves of the available assistance.
World Cotton Day 2026: India steps up push for sustainable, higher-productivity cotton at 5th Global Cotton Conference
Thursday, 8th Oct 2026,, (Source: www.apparelviews.com)
The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI), in association with the Union Ministry of Textiles and the Cotton Corporation of India, organised the 5th Global Cotton Conference in New Delhi on October 7, bringing together stakeholders across the cotton value chain, including women farmers, to deliberate on building a robust, resilient and sustainable cotton ecosystem in India.Supported by Kasturi Cotton, CITI-CDRA and Sharda University, the Conference coincided with World Cotton Day 2026 and was themed “Cotton for Good: Building Prosperity Through Trade, Transformation and Partnership”. Discussions focused on sustainability, traceability and transparency across the cotton value chain; recognising and empowering women cotton farmers during the ‘International Year of the Woman Farmer’; unlocking the value of organic cotton; harnessing technology to improve productivity; and managing market, credit and operational risks.
Several MoUs were exchanged at the inaugural function, including MoUs between the CITI-Cotton Development and Research Association (CITI-CDRA) and German development agency GIZ on Extra Long Staple (ELS) cotton, MoUs between CITI and CottonConnect, and CITI and Fair Labor Association (FLA), as well as those involving the Cotton Textiles Export Promotion Council (TEXPROCIL).The announcement of Initiatives connected with Kasturi Cotton Bharat and the release of the CITI-CDRA video showcasing its activities also formed part of the inaugural function.
Speakers underscored the importance of technology, innovation, better farm practices and a greater focus on quality, traceability and transparency. They noted that a sustainable and productive cotton value chain can help farmers prosper, enable manufacturers to scale responsibly, strengthen exporters and enhance India’s position in the global textiles and apparel market. Industry representatives called for stable, long-term policies on cotton pricing and availability, alongside measures to improve productivity.
Speaking at the inaugural function, Cotton Corporation of India Chairman-cum-Managing Director Shri Lalit Kumar Gupta said a greater focus on quality, sustainability and traceability was the need of the hour for the growth of the Indian cotton textile sector.
Echoing this sentiment, Shri Ashwin Chandran, Chairman of CITI and CITI-CDRA, emphasised that Indian cotton’s quality matters more than quantity. He also called for closer collaboration among stakeholders to strengthen India’s cotton textile ecosystem.
CITI Vice Chairman Shri Shreyaskar Chaudhary and TEXPROCIL Vice-Chairman Shri Dharmendra Goyal also addressed the gathering. Textile Commissioner Ms Vrunda Manohar Desai chaired the session titled “From Farm to Luxury: Unlocking the Value of Organic Cotton”.
In 2021, the United Nations General Assembly officially designated October 7 as World Cotton Day, recognising cotton’s vital role in society.
Cotton is the backbone of rural economies and supports millions of livelihoods across India’s textile value chain. Although India is among the world’s largest cotton growers, its productivity trails that of several peer countries, affecting export competitiveness. The productivity challenge is especially significant because cotton remains the primary raw material for most of India’s textile exports.In May 2026, the Union Cabinet approved ₹5,659.22 crore for the Mission for Cotton Productivity, to be implemented from 2026–27 to 2030–31, to address bottlenecks, declining growth and quality concerns in India’s cotton sector.The textile and apparel sector is India’s second-biggest employer and a major contributor to GDP and exports. During April-August 2026, India’s textile exports rose 6.94% in US dollar terms, while apparel exports declined 9.10%, leaving cumulative textile and apparel exports marginally lower by 0.24% year-on-year. India aims to build a $350 billion textile and apparel industry by 2030, including $100 billion in exports.
India-EFTA pact covers 99.6% of exports: Commerce Secretary
Thursday, 8th Oct 2026, (Source: www.fibre2fashion.com)
Insights: India has urged exporters and industry bodies to make greater use of the India-EFTA TEPA, which covers 99.6 per cent of India's exports through EFTA commitments.Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said EFTA commitments cover 92.2 per cent of tariff lines, while India covers 82.7 per cent.He called for five-year market action plans and deeper value-chain partnerships.
Rajesh Agrawal, Commerce Secretary, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has urged exporters, Export Promotion Councils, industry associations and State Governments to make wider use of opportunities under the India-European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), saying EFTA commitments cover 99.6 per cent of India’s exports and all non-agricultural products.Agrawal delivered the keynote address to Export Promotion Councils, industry associations and exporters, as well as business representatives from the EFTA States, at the Outreach Event for Major Exporters. TEPA entered into force on October 1, 2025. Leaders from all four EFTA States—Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland—were in New Delhi to mark the first year of the agreement and to guide the way forward.India and the EFTA States have opened their markets to each other. EFTA’s commitments cover 92.2 per cent of its tariff lines. India’s commitments cover 82.7 per cent of tariff lines, accounting for 95.3 per cent of EFTA exports, the Ministry of Commerce & Industry said in a press release.The agreement was not only about tariffs, and that its most important element for business was predictability. Tariffs would remain stable for the foreseeable future with no surprises, allowing businesses to make investments, build supply chains and plan ahead with confidence, Agrawal said.Further, he urged Indian companies to partner with businesses in the EFTA States and build value chains together, from inputs to final products, for greater reliability on both sides.The EFTA States are high-income markets that demand and value quality. "If you are able to create quality products in this market, then you are ready for any other market", Agrawal added. Quality earned in these markets would be appreciated and valued in every market.The EFTA States together import goods and services worth more than $0.5 trillion a year, providing an important market for India’s exports, according to Agrawal. He called on Export Promotion Councils, industry associations and State Governments to take the opportunities under TEPA to businesses across the country so they understand what a free trade agreement offers.He asked these bodies to prepare an action plan with each partner country for each market for the next five years, setting out how India would grow in each market and identifying the non-tariff issues to be addressed. He said: "The idea is not that businesses in EFTA countries only see India as an extension of their market. The idea is also that businesses in India should see the market of EFTA countries as an extension of their market."A key feature that sets TEPA apart from other agreements is its investment commitment. Under Article 7.1 of the agreement, the EFTA States aim to increase foreign direct investment from EFTA investors into India by $50 billion within 10 years from the agreement’s entry into force, and by an additional $50 billion in the succeeding five years. They also aim to facilitate the generation of 1 million jobs within 15 years in India.
India is a growing market with investment opportunities across sectors, and deeper business partnerships on both sides can take investment beyond this level, Agrawal said.
Govt Urged to Approve HTBt Cotton Amid Illegal Market
Wednesday,7th Oct 2026, (Source: www.money.rediff.com)
Seed industry bodies demand government approval for herbicide-tolerant Bt (HTBt) cotton to curb illegal cultivation, boost production, and help farmers.
· Seed industry bodies FSII and NSAI demand government approval for commercial cultivation of HTBt cotton.
· Illegal HTBt cotton cultivation is widespread, creating a Rs 1,500 crore informal seed market.
· Farmers are adopting illegal HTBt cotton due to its cost-effectiveness in weed management.
· Unchecked use of unapproved genes and glyphosate from illegal cultivation poses risks to cotton productivity.
· Approving HTBt cotton is crucial for India to regain self-sufficiency in cotton production.
New Delhi, Oct 7 (PTI) Seed industry bodies FSII and NSAI on Wednesday demanded that the government should allow commercial cultivation of herbicide-tolerant Bt (HTBt) cotton at the earliest, as the crop variety is being grown illegally in some parts of the country, creating a Rs 1,500 crore informal seed market.
The Federation of Seed Industry of India (FSII) and the National Seed Association of India (NSAI) stressed the need to introduce high-yielding varieties and new technologies to boost domestic cotton production and reduce imports.
India's cotton production stands at around 29 million bales (of 170 kg each).
A study, Unauthorised Cultivation of HTBt Cotton in India: Extent, Drivers and Implications, was conducted by the South Asia Biotechnology Centre (SABC) with the support of these two associations. It covered 16 districts across Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Rajasthan, combining farmer surveys, supply-chain assessment and ELISA-based gene testing.
"Unauthorised herbicide-tolerant Bt (HTBt) cotton was grown on 65â72 lakh acres in Kharif 2025-26, or 24â30 per cent of India's total cotton area, sustaining an informal seed market worth an estimated Rs 1,500 crore," FSII Chairman Ajai Rana told reporters.
He informed that 1.25 crore packets of HTBt seed are being sold, currently worth Rs 1,500 crore. The total size of the cotton seed market is 5.5 crore packets worth Rs 6,000 crore.
Sales of legal Bt cotton seeds have declined.
"The government should fast-track the approval of HT Bt cotton," he said, adding that Mahyco has already made an application for this purpose in 2024.
The association also demanded changes in glyphosate label claims. The product is used for weed management in the cotton crop.
"Farmers are not breaking the law out of choice. They are paying a black-market premium because the regulatory system has not given them the technology they need," Rana said.
The study found that farmers are actively bypassing formal channels and paying a premium technology fee to the black market just to secure operational survival and crop insurance, the FSII said.
"Unchecked use of unapproved genes and unmonitored glyphosate spraying could breed resistant pests and weeds that devastate cotton productivity," said Dr C D Mayee, President, Indian Society for Cotton Improvement and President, South Asia Biotechnology Centre.
The study pointed out that labour shortages are driving the shift. Weed control with glyphosate costs Rs 750-850 an acre, against Rs 12,000-15,000 for manual weeding. Glyphosate use rose 26 per cent in a year, from 27,721 kilolitres in 2024-25 to 35,642 kilolitres in 2025-26.
"Due to a drop in productivity per acre, India has lost self-sufficiency in cotton production and become an importer of cotton. To regain self-sufficiency and revive the cotton economy, regulatory approval of herbicide-tolerant cotton and the pink bollworm trait should be a national priority," Rana said.
Union Minister of State Pabitra Margherita Inaugurates State-of-the-Art Silkworm Seed Infrastructure at Jorhat, Assam
Thursday, 8th Oct 2026, (Source: www.pib.gov.in)
In a significant step towards modernising sericulture infrastructure and strengthening rural livelihoods in the North-Eastern Region, Union Minister of State for Textiles Pabitra Margherita inaugurated the newly constructed Grainage Building and Cold Storage facility at the CSB-Silkworm Seed Production Centre (SSPC), Rowriah, Jorhat in the august presence of Kamakhya Prasad Tasa, Member of Parliament (Kaziranga), Hitendra Nath Goswami, Member of Legislative Assembly (Jorhat), Dr. Dipjyoti Rajkhowa, Vice-Chancellor, Smt. Lakhimi Dutta, Director of Sericulture, Government of Assam, and P. Sivakumar, Member Secretary, Central Silk Board, other senior officials and heads of various organizations under the Ministry of Textiles.
Established under the North-East Region Textile Promotion Scheme (NERTPS), the state-of-the-art facility has an annual capacity to produce 30 lakh Disease-Free Layings (DFLs) of mulberry hybrid seed and preserve up to 1 crore DFLs. The infrastructure will help ensure timely availability of quality silkworm seed and enhance seed production efficiency in the region. The upgraded facility is expected to further strengthen the regional sericulture value chain, generate employment opportunities, and create business opportunities for local suppliers and traders, thereby contributing to the socio-economic development of sericulture farmers. Addressing the gathering, Union Minister of State for Textiles, Pabitra Margherita emphasised that quality silkworm seed, modern infrastructure, technology and skill development are vital for a productive and sustainable sericulture sector, highlighted the Central Silk Board’s strong seed production network covering both mulberry and Vanya sectors. He noted that CSB-NSSO caters to the mulberry seed sector, while BTSSO and MESSO support the Vanya seed sector. Highlighting Assam’s rich silk heritage and the potential of the North-Eastern Region, that the State contributes approximately 79% of India’s Muga silk and 74% of Eri silk production. And, during 2026-27 (April-July), Assam recorded raw silk production of 9 MT of mulberry silk, 2131 MT of Eri silk and 73 MT of Muga silk. During the same period, the North-Eastern Region recorded 142 MT of mulberry silk, 3 MT of Tasar silk, 2890 MT of Eri silk and 87 MT of Muga silk, and these production trends further underline the significance of strengthening the sericulture ecosystem in Assam and the North-Eastern Region. He underlined the sector’s significant livelihood potential, with sericulture estimated to generate employment for around 29.50 lakh persons during 2025-26, highlighting the region’s strong potential in Vanya silk production and its growing importance in India’s silk economy. And, he noted that initiatives such as Mission Senehjori can help transform Muga silk into a high-value global product. He stressed the importance of entrepreneurship and stakeholder collaboration to enhance farmers’ productivity, create rural livelihoods and strengthen the Aatmanirbhar North-East. He called for stronger collaboration among the Central Silk Board, State Government, research institutions, farmers, entrepreneurs and other stakeholders to contribute to the development of a Viksit Assam and, in turn, a Viksit Bharat.
As part of the programme, an interactive Seri-Stakeholder Meet was organised to facilitate engagement with stakeholders and deliberate on issues concerning the sericulture sector. Progressive sericulture farmers were felicitated, while P1 Disease-Free Layings were directly distributed to sericulture farmers. Certificates were also presented to trainees who successfully completed training under the Ministry of Textiles’ flagship Samarth Scheme, promoting skill development and capacity building in the textile and sericulture ecosystem.
The inauguration marks an important milestone in CSB’s efforts to strengthen the silkworm seed production ecosystem in Assam and the North-Eastern Region, supporting farmers with quality seed, modern infrastructure and improved livelihood opportunities.