As fresh arrivals settled on 10 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,050 per quintal in Babra APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,400
- Lowest Price Today₹8,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date10 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Shanker 6 (B) 30mm FIne)
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 6.3% above the period average and just 6.7% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 10 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹12,039 |
| 2 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,828 |
| 3 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,789 |
| 4 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Gooti APMC | ₹9,469 |
| 7 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 8 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 9 Karaikal APMC | ₹9,312 |
| 10 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 11 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,105 |
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 ₹2,934 (32.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Babra APMC ranged between ₹7,150 and ₹9,700, with the average around ₹8,513. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,050 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,450 | ₹8,625 | ₹9,035 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,625 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,860 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,700 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,950 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹7,150 | ₹8,075 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,700 | ₹8,100 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,025 | ₹7,605 | ₹8,315 |
| 14 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹7,150 | ₹8,175 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,750 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,475 |
| 08 Jul | ₹8,850 | ₹8,150 | ₹8,500 |
| 06 Jul | ₹8,650 | ₹8,105 | ₹8,375 |
| 03 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,550 | ₹8,575 |
| 02 Jul | ₹9,055 | ₹8,050 | ₹8,550 |
| 01 Jul | ₹8,900 | ₹8,350 | ₹8,475 |
| 30 Jun | ₹9,025 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,560 |
| 27 Jun | ₹8,500 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,300 |
| 24 Jun | ₹8,500 | ₹8,050 | ₹8,275 |
| 22 Jun | ₹9,160 | ₹8,050 | ₹8,605 |
| 20 Jun | ₹8,800 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,400 |
| 19 Jun | ₹9,175 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,635 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 10 Aug 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Babra APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.