With the 21 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,975 per quintal in Dhari APMC. See where this sits in the day's Cotton range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Dhari APMC on Top Today
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₹8,525
- Lowest Price Today₹5,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,975
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 7.6% above the period average and just 6.5% 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 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Upleta APMC Leader | ₹15,005 |
| 2 Badwani APMC | ₹9,970 |
| 3 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 5 Gooti APMC | ₹9,719 |
| 6 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 7 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,574 |
| 8 Raichur APMC | ₹9,547 |
| 9 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 11 Khammam APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 12 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,250 |
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 ₹5,755 (62.2%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Dhari APMC ranged between ₹5,550 and ₹8,525, with the average around ₹7,415. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹8,525 | ₹5,550 | ₹7,975 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,755 | ₹5,800 | ₹7,375 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,405 | ₹7,405 | ₹7,405 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,050 | ₹8,150 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,550 | ₹7,550 | ₹7,550 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,255 | ₹6,255 | ₹6,255 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,850 | ₹7,850 | ₹7,850 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,950 | ₹6,050 | ₹7,950 |
| 29 Jun | ₹8,400 | ₹7,525 | ₹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
The headline Cotton rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Dhari 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.