In the mandi rate roundup for 21 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Dhamnod APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Cotton markets.
01What Put Dhamnod APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,300
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 16.3% below the period average, and just 26.7% 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 21 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹13,316 |
| 2 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,875 |
| 3 Raichur APMC | ₹9,724 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,584 |
| 5 Adoni APMC | ₹9,579 |
| 6 Gadag APMC | ₹9,559 |
| 7 Gooti APMC | ₹9,539 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Babra APMC | ₹9,475 |
| 11 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,455 |
| 12 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,405 |
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 ₹3,911 (41.6%), 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Dhamnod APMC ranged between ₹20 and ₹9,551, with the average around ₹8,365. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Nov | ₹9,011 | ₹9,011 | ₹9,011 |
| 10 Nov | ₹9,000 | ₹22 | ₹8,725 |
| 09 Nov | ₹8,801 | ₹8,641 | ₹8,801 |
| 08 Nov | ₹8,850 | ₹8,501 | ₹8,800 |
| 07 Nov | ₹9,086 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 06 Nov | ₹9,111 | ₹9,001 | ₹9,001 |
| 05 Nov | ₹8,755 | ₹8,755 | ₹8,755 |
| 04 Nov | ₹9,221 | ₹7,585 | ₹8,700 |
| 03 Nov | ₹9,281 | ₹9,151 | ₹9,281 |
| 02 Nov | ₹9,250 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,775 |
| 01 Nov | ₹9,235 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,700 |
| 31 Oct | ₹9,100 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,750 |
| 30 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,850 |
| 29 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,800 |
| 28 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹5,305 | ₹8,695 |
| 27 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,800 |
| 26 Oct | ₹9,100 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,100 |
| 25 Oct | ₹9,150 | ₹8,550 | ₹8,900 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹9,060 | ₹9,150 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
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
The takeaway: Dhamnod APMC reported Cotton at this level on 21 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.