Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,200 per quintal in Kanakagiri APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,936
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
This puts Cotton about 0.1% below the period average, and just 4.2% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC Leader | ₹9,800 |
| 2 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 3 Gooti APMC | ₹9,511 |
| 4 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 5 Karaikal APMC | ₹9,283 |
| 6 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 7 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 8 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,150 |
| 9 Prathipadu APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Kodumur APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹8,200 |
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.
At ₹1,600 (19.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Kanakagiri APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹9,600, with the average around ₹9,209. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹7,936 | ₹9,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,550 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,850 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,494 | ₹9,549 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,573 | ₹9,425 | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,408 | ₹9,450 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,475 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,406 | ₹9,134 | ₹9,375 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,371 | ₹9,375 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹8,912 | ₹9,169 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,979 | ₹9,110 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹9,008 | ₹9,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,201 | ₹9,133 | ₹9,161 |
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
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
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Kanakagiri APMC on 17 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.