Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,125 per quintal in Jamnagar APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,755
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,125
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
Today's rate is about 0.8% above the period average and just 40.9% 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 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jamnagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chitradurga APMC Leader | ₹10,456 |
| 2 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 3 Adoni APMC | ₹9,619 |
| 4 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,610 |
| 5 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,425 |
| 7 Warangal APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 8 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 9 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 10 Kodumur APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 11 Raichur APMC | ₹9,050 |
| 12 Prathipadu APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹1,456 (16.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Jamnagar APMC ranged between ₹4,750 and ₹13,755, with the average around ₹8,062. 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 Aug | ₹13,755 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,125 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,450 | ₹5,500 | ₹8,650 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,250 | ₹6,800 | ₹8,425 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,800 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,025 | ₹5,450 | ₹7,850 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,750 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,025 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,650 |
| 08 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,650 |
| 06 Jul | ₹8,625 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,950 |
| 03 Jul | ₹8,450 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,875 |
| 29 Jun | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,650 |
| 26 Jun | ₹8,650 | ₹7,300 | ₹8,225 |
| 24 Jun | ₹8,950 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,150 |
| 20 Jun | ₹8,500 | ₹7,350 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Jun | ₹8,700 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,225 |
| 18 Jun | ₹8,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹8,125 |
| 17 Jun | ₹8,750 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,650 |
| 16 Jun | ₹8,250 | ₹4,750 | ₹7,925 |
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
For Cotton, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Jamnagar 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.