As the 14 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Cotton was quoted at ₹6,325 per quintal in Dhrol APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Cotton arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,650
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,325
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 2.6% below the period average and just 27.3% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 14 Aug 2026, so you can see where Dhrol APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajkot APMC Leader | ₹9,700 |
| 2 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 3 Gooti APMC | ₹9,589 |
| 4 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,589 |
| 5 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,425 |
| 7 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 8 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,325 |
| 9 Davangere APMC | ₹8,459 |
| 10 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 11 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
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 ₹1,500 (18.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Dhrol APMC ranged between ₹4,425 and ₹8,700, with the average around ₹6,494. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹7,650 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,325 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,450 |
| 03 Jul | ₹8,590 | ₹7,750 | ₹8,170 |
| 30 Jun | ₹8,700 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,950 |
| 25 Jun | ₹7,450 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,425 |
| 24 Jun | ₹6,300 | ₹4,425 | ₹5,365 |
| 20 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹4,550 | ₹5,775 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 14 Aug 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Dhrol 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.