Turning to the 12 Sep 2026 APMC board, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,450 per quintal in Babra APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Shanker 6 (B) 30mm FIne)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 8.6% above the period average and just 6.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Talikot APMC Leader | ₹10,038 |
| 2 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,975 |
| 3 Dhari APMC | ₹9,880 |
| 4 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 Badwani APMC | ₹9,790 |
| 6 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 7 Raichur APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 8 Bhesan APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Babra APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 10 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 11 Vankaner APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 12 JASDAN APMC | ₹9,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
A spread of ₹638 (6.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Babra APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹10,105, with the average around ₹8,699. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,450 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,810 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,255 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,105 | ₹7,125 | ₹8,615 |
| 07 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,535 | ₹7,250 | ₹8,375 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,700 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,860 | ₹9,375 | ₹9,615 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,950 | ₹9,350 | ₹9,650 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,005 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,875 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,535 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,650 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,950 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,590 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,920 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,050 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,450 | ₹8,625 | ₹9,035 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,625 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,860 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,700 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,950 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹7,150 | ₹8,075 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,700 | ₹8,100 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,025 | ₹7,605 | ₹8,315 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Cotton, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Sep 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Babra APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.