Pulling together the 18 Sep 2026 mandi readings, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,250 per quintal in Jam Jodhpur APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,900
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 3.8% above the period average, sitting just 8.0% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sindhanur APMC Leader | ₹9,850 |
| 2 Talikot APMC | ₹9,835 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 4 Gooti APMC | ₹9,689 |
| 5 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,675 |
| 6 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 8 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Morbi APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 11 Babra APMC | ₹9,370 |
| 12 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
A spread of ₹600 (6.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
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 ₹8,914. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,750 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,300 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,050 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,350 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,275 | ₹7,750 | ₹9,150 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,675 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,775 | ₹7,750 | ₹9,100 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,575 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,100 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,675 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,100 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,675 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,875 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,350 |
| 22 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,400 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Cotton today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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 18 Sep 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.