USDA Upland Cotton (North Delta) Analysis: Cotton Fibre Market Trends, Prices & Forecast

TexPro provides pricing information for USDA Upland Cotton (North Delta), covering subproducts such as 34 mm, It offers historical pricing data for up to the last five years. It also provides an accurate price forecast for the next “9/12” months, updated twice a month. The data is collected from our verified primary and secondary data sources.

USDA Upland Cotton (North Delta), 34 mm, FOB - US (01 May 2024 - 30 Apr 2025)

Overall Trend

  • The prices of USDA Upland Cotton (North Delta) have been in a decreasing trend from May 2024 to April 2025 in the US (FOB US) market.

Price Trend

  • The prices of USDA Upland Cotton (North Delta) have decreased by 12.88% from May 2024 to April 2025 in the US (FOB US) market.
  • The average month-on-month percentage change has been -1.20% for the US (FOB US) during the same period.
  • The highest percentage increase of 3.57% was reported in September 2024, and the highest percentage decrease of -7.98% was reported in June 2024 for the US (FOB US).
  • The average price for the US (FOB US) in 2024 was 1.47125 USD/kg, which has decreased by 3.48% to 1.42 USD/kg in 2025, reflecting a CAGR of -3.48% from 2024 to 2025.

Price Range

  • The average price from May 2024 to April 2025 for US (FOB US) was 1.4542 USD/kg, indicating that the prices have fluctuated around this average. The range between average and minimum price is 0.0542 USD/kg and that of between maximum and average price is 0.1758 USD/kg, indicating a higher range above average price. The maximum and minimum prices reported for US (FOB US) were 1.63 USD/kg and 1.40 USD/kg, respectively, showing a price range of 0.23 USD/kg.

Volatility

  • The standard deviation in US (FOB US) prices was 0.0601 USD/kg, indicating a Low Volatility in the price of USDA Upland Cotton (North Delta).
  • The prices for US (FOB US) traded at a moving average discount of -3.91% from the moving average price during the same period, with no applicable premium data available.

This analysis highlights the downward trend in cotton prices, which may be attributed to various market factors, including supply chain dynamics, global demand fluctuations, and agricultural yield variations. The low volatility suggests a relatively stable market environment, although the decreasing prices may impact profitability for producers and suppliers in the textile industry.

Trend Report

The average price of USDA Upland Cotton (North Delta) has increased by 1.42% in the month of April 2025 as compared to March 2025. The price of USDA Upland Cotton (North Delta) has been below its last six months average price by -0.82%. The price of USDA Upland Cotton (North Delta) has reduced by a CAGR of -1.22% in last one year. The price of USDA Upland Cotton (North Delta) in the month of April 2025 has decreased by -19.31% as compared to the same month last year.

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USDA Upland Cotton (North Delta) – Market Overview & Industry Significance

The North Delta area, including states such as Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, and Tennessee, is characterized by its rich alluvial soils, moderate climate, and highly developed agricultural infrastructure. It is one of the most productive regions for quality cotton in the United States, including Upland Cotton.

The 34mm staple length North Delta Upland Cotton is much prized for its strength, softness, and uniformity. As a longer-staple Upland variety, it has high fiber integrity, enabling easier yarn spinning and a prolonged life for textiles. This renders it an ideal raw material for high-quality textiles like combed yarns, high-quality shirts, luxury towels, and home furnishings.

Supported by rigorous U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) classification criteria, North Delta cotton is renowned for its traceability, low contamination rates, and high uniformity. These are key drivers for overseas customers looking for consistency in their fabric production. Furthermore, effective logistics and robust infrastructure mean that North Delta cotton is cherished by foreign buyers, making it a popular raw material in the international textile trade.

TexPro provides in-depth market information, historical trends, and price charts when it comes to North Delta 34mm Upland Cotton. This helps procurement professionals in making effective sourcing decisions, as well as keep track of price movements.

North Delta 34mm staple length Upland Cotton has over time shown consistency in prices. Continuous supply and a reputation for quality means this cotton is now increasingly chosen by importers in Europe, North America, and Asia.