Checking the day's mandi numbers for 23 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,505 per quintal in Unava APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,805
- Lowest Price Today₹8,155
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,505
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 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.
At this level, Cotton is about 1.9% below the period average, sitting just 32.6% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 23 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Badwani APMC Leader | ₹9,940 |
| 2 Babra APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 3 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,534 |
| 4 Lingasugur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Gooti APMC | ₹9,489 |
| 6 Dharwar APMC | ₹9,474 |
| 7 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 8 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,296 |
| 9 Manvi APMC | ₹9,169 |
| 10 Macharla APMC | ₹9,150 |
| 11 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,125 |
| 12 Hadad APMC | ₹9,025 |
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 ₹915 (10.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
053-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 3 days, Cotton prices at Unava APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹12,625, with the average around ₹8,672. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Sep | ₹8,805 | ₹8,155 | ₹8,505 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,045 | ₹8,125 | ₹8,505 |
| 21 Sep | ₹12,625 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,005 |
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
When picking where to sell Cotton, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Unava APMC on 23 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.