From today's trading desk on 21 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Jam Jodhpur APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Cotton yards.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,875
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 7.6% above the period average — just 5.5% 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 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jam Jodhpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Upleta APMC Leader | ₹15,005 |
| 2 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 4 Gooti APMC | ₹9,719 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 6 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 8 Khammam APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 9 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 10 Warangal APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Kodumur APMC | ₹8,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹6,105 (68.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Jam Jodhpur APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹10,055, with the average around ₹8,827. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹9,875 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,925 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,650 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,350 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,825 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,350 |
| 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 |
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
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Jam Jodhpur APMC on 21 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.