In today's crop-price rundown for 19 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,195 per quintal in Siwani APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Cotton today.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,195
- Lowest Price Today₹7,195
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,195
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (American)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 0.6% below the period average, and just 5.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Badwani APMC Leader | ₹9,970 |
| 2 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 3 Gooti APMC | ₹9,619 |
| 4 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,570 |
| 5 Adoni APMC | ₹9,570 |
| 6 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,555 |
| 7 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,475 |
| 8 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 9 Khammam APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 10 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,150 |
| 11 Jammikunta APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 12 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,086 |
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.
A spread of ₹884 (9.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Siwani APMC ranged between ₹7,100 and ₹7,615, with the average around ₹7,235. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹7,195 | ₹7,195 | ₹7,195 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,180 | ₹7,180 | ₹7,180 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,615 | ₹7,550 | ₹7,550 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,135 | ₹7,260 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,120 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,150 | ₹7,120 | ₹7,125 |
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
Farmers comparing Cotton rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Siwani APMC on 19 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.