Turning to the 18 Aug 2026 APMC board, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,600 per quintal in Durgi APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
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₹7,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 1.4% below the period average and just 20.8% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chitradurga APMC Leader | ₹10,456 |
| 2 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 3 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,714 |
| 4 Adoni APMC | ₹9,619 |
| 5 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,610 |
| 6 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,425 |
| 8 Warangal APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 9 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 10 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,355 |
| 11 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 12 Anjar APMC | ₹9,342 |
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.
The ₹1,114 (11.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Durgi APMC ranged between ₹6,900 and ₹9,600, with the average around ₹7,710. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,900 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹8,999 | ₹9,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,400 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Durgi APMC posted this Cotton rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.