Here's the 17 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Cotton was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Rajula APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 7.4% below the period average — just 59.8% 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 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹12,480 |
| 2 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,690 |
| 5 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,589 |
| 6 Gooti APMC | ₹9,511 |
| 7 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 8 Karaikal APMC | ₹9,283 |
| 9 Yalburga APMC | ₹9,260 |
| 10 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 11 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 12 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,150 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹3,330 (36.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Rajula APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹18,655, with the average around ₹8,100. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Nov | ₹9,225 | ₹8,625 | ₹8,925 |
| 03 Nov | ₹9,250 | ₹8,675 | ₹8,962 |
| 02 Nov | ₹9,300 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,025 |
| 28 Oct | ₹9,465 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,107 |
| 27 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹8,950 | ₹9,350 |
| 26 Oct | ₹9,610 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,305 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,760 | ₹8,905 | ₹9,333 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,535 | ₹8,805 | ₹9,170 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,600 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,050 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,625 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,562 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,775 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,638 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,850 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,425 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,825 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,163 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹9,095 | ₹9,422 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,805 | ₹5,005 | ₹6,905 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,760 | ₹5,905 | ₹7,332 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,650 | ₹6,875 | ₹7,762 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,920 | ₹7,160 | ₹7,540 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹6,125 | ₹7,063 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,250 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,375 |
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 day's best Cotton rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Rajula APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.