With the 18 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,740 per quintal in Anjar APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
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₹9,752
- Lowest Price Today₹9,562
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,740
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 4.8% above the period average and just 2.3% 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
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 Saharanpur APMC Leader | ₹14,617 |
| 2 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 3 Talikot APMC | ₹9,835 |
| 4 Raichur APMC | ₹9,811 |
| 5 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,806 |
| 6 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 7 Anjar APMC | ₹9,740 |
| 8 Gooti APMC | ₹9,689 |
| 9 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,675 |
| 10 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 11 Taleja APMC | ₹9,555 |
| 12 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,550 |
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 ₹5,067 (53.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Anjar APMC ranged between ₹7,900 and ₹9,972, with the average around ₹9,292. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹9,752 | ₹9,562 | ₹9,740 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,760 | ₹9,337 | ₹9,550 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,702 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,972 | ₹9,610 | ₹9,850 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,702 | ₹9,377 | ₹9,550 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,727 | ₹9,380 | ₹9,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,610 | ₹9,445 | ₹9,580 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,540 | ₹9,192 | ₹9,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,627 | ₹9,375 | ₹9,550 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹9,130 | ₹9,400 |
| 02 Sep | ₹9,527 | ₹8,752 | ₹9,400 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,850 | ₹8,792 | ₹8,850 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,840 | ₹8,792 | ₹8,840 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,777 | ₹8,752 | ₹8,777 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,342 | ₹9,342 | ₹9,342 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,342 | ₹9,342 | ₹9,342 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Anjar APMC posted this Cotton rate on 18 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.