Going by the latest APMC figures for 26 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,405 per quintal in Siwani APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Siwani APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,450
- Lowest Price Today₹7,405
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,405
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (American)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 1.7% above the period average, and just 2.8% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 26 Aug 2026, so you can see where Siwani APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,950 |
| 8 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹8,875 |
| 9 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 10 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Markapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Cumbum APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹1,615 (20.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Siwani APMC ranged between ₹7,100 and ₹7,615, with the average around ₹7,278. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹7,450 | ₹7,405 | ₹7,405 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,420 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,410 |
| 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
The headline Cotton rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Siwani APMC on 26 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.