Reading today's price tape for 31 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,100 per quintal in Rajkot APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Rajkot APMC on Top Today
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₹9,800
- Lowest Price Today₹8,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Narma BT Cotton)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 3.7% above the period average, sitting just 9.7% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 31 Aug 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 Vijayapura APMC Leader | ₹9,812 |
| 2 Adoni APMC | ₹9,639 |
| 3 Gooti APMC | ₹9,619 |
| 4 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Macharla APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,370 |
| 7 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 8 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,272 |
| 9 Ramdurga APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 10 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 11 Kukshi APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 12 Prathipadu APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹812 (9.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Rajkot APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,080, with the average around ₹8,772. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,100 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,965 | ₹8,240 | ₹9,250 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,855 | ₹7,750 | ₹9,250 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,650 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,950 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,695 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,050 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,900 | ₹7,375 | ₹9,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,940 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,080 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,725 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹9,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,795 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,375 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,705 | ₹7,450 | ₹9,350 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹7,200 | ₹9,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,720 | ₹7,750 | ₹9,345 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,740 | ₹8,050 | ₹9,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,630 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,240 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,770 | ₹8,050 | ₹9,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,760 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,415 |
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
When picking where to sell Cotton, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Rajkot APMC on 31 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.