From today's trading desk on 16 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Durgi APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Cotton markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,300
- Lowest Price Today₹7,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Cotton is about 5.4% above the period average — just 16.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Talikot APMC Leader | ₹10,191 |
| 2 Vijayapura APMC | ₹10,112 |
| 3 Dhragradhra APMC | ₹10,005 |
| 4 Sindhanur APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,935 |
| 7 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 9 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 10 Raichur APMC | ₹9,849 |
| 11 Babra APMC | ₹9,785 |
| 12 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹441 (4.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Durgi APMC ranged between ₹6,300 and ₹9,600, with the average around ₹7,592. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,270 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹6,300 | ₹7,100 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,750 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,300 |
| 24 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,600 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
The day's best Cotton rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Durgi APMC logged this Cotton rate on 16 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.