As fresh arrivals settled on 17 Jul 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,400 per quintal in Rajkot APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹9,335
- Lowest Price Today₹7,350
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Jul 2026
- CommodityCotton (Narma BT Cotton)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.2% below the period average and just 14.0% 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 17 Jul 2026, so you can see where Rajkot APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranebennur APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Chitradurga APMC | ₹9,998 |
| 3 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,637 |
| 4 Adoni APMC | ₹9,389 |
| 5 Raichur APMC | ₹9,231 |
| 6 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,125 |
| 7 Amarawati APMC | ₹9,025 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹8,950 |
| 10 Koppal APMC | ₹8,751 |
| 11 Jasdan APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 12 Mahabubabad APMC | ₹8,749 |
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 ₹1,251 (14.3%), 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 Rajkot APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹9,770, with the average around ₹8,501. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹9,630 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,240 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,770 | ₹8,050 | ₹9,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,760 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,415 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,715 | ₹7,375 | ₹8,960 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,605 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,750 | ₹8,375 | ₹9,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,620 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,625 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,625 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹9,605 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,535 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,550 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,575 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,650 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,575 | ₹6,125 | ₹8,650 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,545 | ₹6,100 | ₹8,600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,575 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,440 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,650 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,335 | ₹7,350 | ₹8,400 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹5,750 | ₹8,250 |
| 14 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹8,250 |
| 13 Jul | ₹9,450 | ₹5,550 | ₹8,200 |
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 headline Cotton rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Jul 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Rajkot 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.