From today's trading desk on 22 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,400 per quintal in Jam Jodhpur APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,800
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cotton is about 6.3% above the period average, sitting just 6.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Badwani APMC Leader | ₹9,935 |
| 2 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,830 |
| 3 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,705 |
| 4 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,695 |
| 5 Adoni APMC | ₹9,675 |
| 6 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,675 |
| 7 Babra APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 9 Gooti APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 10 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 11 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Prathipadu APMC | ₹9,000 |
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.
The ₹935 (10.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Jam Jodhpur APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹10,055, with the average around ₹8,839. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,875 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,925 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,650 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,350 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,825 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,350 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,650 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,350 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,650 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,350 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,650 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,350 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,700 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,350 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,055 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,625 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,700 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,625 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,575 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,550 | ₹7,200 | ₹9,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹6,750 | ₹9,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹7,250 | ₹9,050 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,475 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,000 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Jam Jodhpur APMC on 22 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.