Here's the 12 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Cotton was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Markapur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date12 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Desi)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Cotton is about 0.8% above the period average — right at 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 12 Sep 2026, so you can see where Markapur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Phirangipuram APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 Markapur 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.
At ₹100 (1.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Markapur APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,933. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 |
| 05 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 |
| 04 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
Selling Cotton well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
To wrap up, Markapur APMC logged this Cotton rate on 12 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.