Turning to the 19 Sep 2026 APMC board, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,850 per quintal in APMC HALVAD APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
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₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 2.8% below the period average, and just 12.9% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 19 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Saharanpur APMC Leader | ₹15,900 |
| 2 Muzzafarnagar APMC | ₹13,307 |
| 3 Chitradurga APMC | ₹10,331 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 5 Talikot APMC | ₹9,809 |
| 6 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 7 Gooti APMC | ₹9,680 |
| 8 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,619 |
| 9 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,577 |
| 10 Babra APMC | ₹9,575 |
| 11 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 12 Adoni APMC | ₹9,539 |
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 ₹6,361 (66.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at APMC HALVAD APMC ranged between ₹7,275 and ₹10,160, with the average around ₹9,107. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,850 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,540 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,635 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,850 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,160 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,850 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,070 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,910 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,700 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,840 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,575 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,005 | ₹8,550 | ₹9,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,520 | ₹8,150 | ₹9,250 |
| 31 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹7,750 | ₹8,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,255 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,750 | ₹8,750 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,100 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,875 |
| 24 Aug | ₹7,905 | ₹7,275 | ₹7,750 |
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
Farmers comparing Cotton rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: APMC HALVAD APMC reported Cotton at this level on 19 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.