In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,850 per quintal in Ellanabad APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹9,911
- Lowest Price Today₹8,571
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (American)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cotton is about 3.2% above the period average — just 10.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 17 Sep 2026, so you can see where Ellanabad APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khair APMC Leader | ₹11,886 |
| 2 Manvi APMC | ₹10,900 |
| 3 Talikot APMC | ₹10,073 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,986 |
| 5 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 6 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,875 |
| 7 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,845 |
| 8 Badwani APMC | ₹9,810 |
| 9 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,780 |
| 10 Gooti APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 11 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 12 Adoni APMC | ₹9,689 |
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.
That ₹2,197 (22.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Ellanabad APMC ranged between ₹7,021 and ₹9,911, with the average around ₹8,576. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹8,725 | ₹8,511 | ₹8,660 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,911 | ₹8,571 | ₹8,850 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,121 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,086 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,196 | ₹8,760 | ₹9,150 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,159 | ₹8,790 | ₹9,088 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,031 | ₹8,922 | ₹8,940 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,976 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,860 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,900 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,840 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,970 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,845 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,120 | ₹8,876 | ₹8,972 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,565 | ₹8,565 | ₹8,565 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,430 | ₹8,415 | ₹8,415 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,436 | ₹8,420 | ₹8,420 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,392 | ₹8,318 | ₹8,318 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,366 | ₹8,318 | ₹8,318 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 |
| 30 Jun | ₹8,311 | ₹8,311 | ₹8,311 |
| 20 Jun | ₹8,540 | ₹8,480 | ₹8,480 |
| 18 Jun | ₹7,021 | ₹7,021 | ₹7,021 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Cotton, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Ellanabad APMC logged this Cotton rate on 17 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.