Pulling together the 14 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,350 per quintal in Jam Jodhpur APMC. This is one of several Cotton rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
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₹9,650
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 6.6% above the period average, sitting just 7.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 14 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC Leader | ₹9,625 |
| 2 Gooti APMC | ₹9,589 |
| 3 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,589 |
| 4 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,425 |
| 6 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,325 |
| 8 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 9 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 10 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Macharla APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 12 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,100 |
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 ₹1,525 (18.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Jam Jodhpur APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹10,055, with the average around ₹8,770. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹9,650 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,350 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,650 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,350 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,650 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,350 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,700 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,350 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,055 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,625 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,700 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,625 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,575 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,550 | ₹7,200 | ₹9,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹6,750 | ₹9,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹7,250 | ₹9,050 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,475 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,550 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,050 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,675 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,450 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,000 |
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
Going to the top Cotton market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Jam Jodhpur APMC on 14 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.