Checking the day's mandi numbers for 12 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,450 per quintal in Rajkot APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹9,905
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Sep 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.
At this level, Cotton is about 7.2% above the period average, sitting just 6.3% 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 12 Sep 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 Talikot APMC Leader | ₹10,038 |
| 2 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,975 |
| 3 Dhari APMC | ₹9,880 |
| 4 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 Badwani APMC | ₹9,790 |
| 6 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 7 Raichur APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 8 Bhesan APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Babra APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 10 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 11 Vankaner APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 12 JASDAN APMC | ₹9,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹638 (6.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Rajkot APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,080, with the average around ₹8,819. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep | ₹9,905 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,450 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,800 | ₹7,200 | ₹9,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,750 | ₹8,350 | ₹9,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹7,750 | ₹9,450 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,700 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,300 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Rajkot APMC on 12 Sep 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.