Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,775 per quintal in The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,075
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,775
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 3.6% above the period average and just 5.3% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Saharanpur APMC Leader | ₹14,617 |
| 2 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 3 Talikot APMC | ₹9,835 |
| 4 Raichur APMC | ₹9,811 |
| 5 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,806 |
| 6 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 7 Anjar APMC | ₹9,740 |
| 8 Gooti APMC | ₹9,689 |
| 9 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,675 |
| 10 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 11 Taleja APMC | ₹9,555 |
| 12 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,550 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹5,067 (53.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹10,325, with the average around ₹9,434. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹10,075 | ₹4,650 | ₹9,850 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,075 | ₹5,800 | ₹9,775 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,075 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,875 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,250 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,300 | ₹8,500 | ₹10,025 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,225 | ₹5,450 | ₹10,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,225 | ₹6,400 | ₹9,975 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,025 | ₹5,950 | ₹9,825 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,025 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,700 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,825 | ₹4,650 | ₹9,350 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,700 | ₹5,200 | ₹9,275 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,675 | ₹5,025 | ₹9,250 |
| 31 Aug | ₹9,925 | ₹4,950 | ₹9,300 |
| 29 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹9,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹10,250 | ₹5,500 | ₹9,525 |
| 24 Aug | ₹10,175 | ₹5,200 | ₹9,575 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹5,050 | ₹9,550 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,325 | ₹5,350 | ₹9,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,250 | ₹4,250 | ₹9,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹10,175 | ₹5,500 | ₹9,475 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Cotton yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Sep 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli 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.