Turning to the 13 Aug 2026 APMC board, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,950 per quintal in Babra APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Babra APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,650
- Lowest Price Today₹8,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Shanker 6 (B) 30mm FIne)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 4.7% above the period average, and just 7.7% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 13 Aug 2026, so you can see where Babra APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Adoni APMC Leader | ₹9,589 |
| 2 Gooti APMC | ₹9,540 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 4 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 5 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 6 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 7 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Prathipadu APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Babra APMC | ₹8,950 |
| 10 Kodumur APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 11 Mahabubabad APMC | ₹8,733 |
| 12 Jammikunta APMC | ₹8,700 |
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.
At ₹889 (10.2%), 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 Babra APMC ranged between ₹7,150 and ₹9,700, with the average around ₹8,549. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹9,650 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,950 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,590 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,920 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Cotton, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Babra APMC on 13 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.