In the latest market update for 26 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,875 per quintal in APMC HALVAD APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Cotton markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,100
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,875
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cotton is about 6.8% above the period average, sitting just 2.5% 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 26 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Babra APMC Leader | ₹9,615 |
| 2 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 5 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,155 |
| 6 Khargone APMC | ₹9,125 |
| 7 Achnera APMC | ₹9,111 |
| 8 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,950 |
| 9 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹8,875 |
| 10 Haathras APMC | ₹8,602 |
| 11 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹1,415 (17.3%) 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 2-Day Trend
Over the last 2 days, Cotton prices at APMC HALVAD APMC ranged between ₹7,275 and ₹9,100, with the average around ₹8,313. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹9,100 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,875 |
| 24 Aug | ₹7,905 | ₹7,275 | ₹7,750 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at APMC HALVAD APMC on 26 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.