In the latest market update for 16 Sep 2026, The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,900 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Cotton leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,250
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,900
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Cotton is about 5.2% above the period average — just 4.1% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 16 Sep 2026, so you can see where The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC Leader | ₹9,900 |
| 2 Gooti APMC | ₹9,729 |
| 3 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 5 Parchur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Sattenapalli APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Chilakaluripet APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Mylavaram APMC | ₹7,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹2,500 (33.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹10,325, with the average around ₹9,409. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹10,250 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,300 | ₹8,500 | ₹10,025 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,225 | ₹5,450 | ₹10,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,225 | ₹6,400 | ₹9,975 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,025 | ₹5,950 | ₹9,825 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,025 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,700 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,825 | ₹4,650 | ₹9,350 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,700 | ₹5,200 | ₹9,275 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,675 | ₹5,025 | ₹9,250 |
| 31 Aug | ₹9,925 | ₹4,950 | ₹9,300 |
| 29 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹9,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹10,250 | ₹5,500 | ₹9,525 |
| 24 Aug | ₹10,175 | ₹5,200 | ₹9,575 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹5,050 | ₹9,550 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,325 | ₹5,350 | ₹9,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,250 | ₹4,250 | ₹9,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹10,175 | ₹5,500 | ₹9,475 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹5,125 | ₹9,425 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,150 | ₹4,450 | ₹9,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,025 | ₹5,400 | ₹9,625 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton found its strongest bid at The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC on 16 Sep 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.