Reading today's price tape for 18 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,125 per quintal in Jamnagar APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Cotton yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,125
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 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.
Right now Cotton is about 8.0% above the period average — just 33.7% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sindhanur APMC Leader | ₹9,850 |
| 2 Talikot APMC | ₹9,835 |
| 3 Raichur APMC | ₹9,811 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 5 Gooti APMC | ₹9,689 |
| 6 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,675 |
| 7 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 8 Taleja APMC | ₹9,555 |
| 9 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 10 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,400 |
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.
The ₹450 (4.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Jamnagar APMC ranged between ₹4,750 and ₹13,755, with the average around ₹8,452. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹9,125 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,875 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,225 | ₹8,850 | ₹9,935 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,025 | ₹7,625 | ₹9,275 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,350 | ₹6,450 | ₹8,975 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,200 | ₹9,450 | ₹10,050 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,525 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,525 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,250 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,875 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,750 | ₹6,700 | ₹8,850 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,775 | ₹9,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹5,250 | ₹8,150 |
| 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 |
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
The day's best Cotton rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Jamnagar APMC on 18 Sep 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.