Checking the day's mandi numbers for 12 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,300 per quintal in Chilakaluripet APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Cotton today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,800
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cotton is about 2.8% below the period average — just 13.1% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Talikot APMC Leader | ₹10,038 |
| 2 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,975 |
| 3 Dhari APMC | ₹9,880 |
| 4 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 Badwani APMC | ₹9,790 |
| 6 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 7 Raichur APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 8 Bhesan APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Babra APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 10 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 11 Vankaner APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 12 JASDAN APMC | ₹9,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹638 (6.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Chilakaluripet APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹8,400, with the average around ₹7,507. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,100 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,400 |
| 04 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,100 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Cotton rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Chilakaluripet 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.