As the 11 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Cotton was quoted at ₹6,505 per quintal in Rajula APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹6,505
- Lowest Price Today₹6,505
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,505
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 14.0% below the period average, and just 65.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 11 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chitradurga APMC Leader | ₹10,792 |
| 2 Adoni APMC | ₹9,679 |
| 3 Gooti APMC | ₹9,579 |
| 4 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,579 |
| 5 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,515 |
| 6 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 8 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 9 Kodumur APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 10 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 11 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 12 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,225 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹1,567 (17.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Rajula APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹18,655, with the average around ₹7,564. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug | ₹6,505 | ₹6,505 | ₹6,505 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,375 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,750 | ₹5,750 | ₹5,750 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,350 | ₹5,625 | ₹5,988 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,855 | ₹7,510 | ₹7,682 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹9,050 | ₹8,750 | ₹8,900 |
| 09 Jul | ₹8,350 | ₹8,350 | ₹8,350 |
| 08 Jul | ₹8,865 | ₹8,865 | ₹8,865 |
| 04 Jul | ₹8,775 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,888 |
| 03 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,630 | ₹8,065 |
| 02 Jul | ₹8,750 | ₹6,150 | ₹7,450 |
| 01 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹5,625 | ₹7,063 |
| 30 Jun | ₹8,950 | ₹6,405 | ₹7,677 |
| 29 Jun | ₹8,030 | ₹5,750 | ₹6,890 |
| 27 Jun | ₹8,250 | ₹7,625 | ₹7,937 |
| 24 Jun | ₹8,805 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,402 |
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
Farmers comparing Cotton rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Rajula APMC on 11 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.