Checking the day's mandi numbers for 21 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,555 per quintal in Dhoraji APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,855
- Lowest Price Today₹7,980
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,555
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (H.B (Unginned))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Cotton is about 8.7% below the period average — just 32.1% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹13,316 |
| 2 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,875 |
| 3 Raichur APMC | ₹9,724 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,584 |
| 5 Adoni APMC | ₹9,579 |
| 6 Gadag APMC | ₹9,559 |
| 7 Gooti APMC | ₹9,539 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Babra APMC | ₹9,475 |
| 11 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,455 |
| 12 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,405 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹3,911 (41.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Dhoraji APMC ranged between ₹6,730 and ₹12,605, with the average around ₹9,368. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Nov | ₹9,305 | ₹8,680 | ₹9,005 |
| 03 Nov | ₹9,480 | ₹8,680 | ₹9,155 |
| 02 Nov | ₹9,430 | ₹8,605 | ₹9,230 |
| 31 Oct | ₹9,480 | ₹9,180 | ₹9,305 |
| 30 Oct | ₹9,380 | ₹9,155 | ₹9,280 |
| 29 Oct | ₹9,530 | ₹9,130 | ₹9,380 |
| 28 Oct | ₹9,605 | ₹9,155 | ₹9,455 |
| 27 Oct | ₹9,705 | ₹9,305 | ₹9,505 |
| 26 Oct | ₹9,705 | ₹9,405 | ₹9,580 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,780 | ₹9,505 | ₹9,630 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,780 | ₹9,455 | ₹9,655 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,780 | ₹9,355 | ₹9,580 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,680 | ₹9,480 | ₹9,580 |
| 20 Oct | ₹9,755 | ₹9,480 | ₹9,605 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,780 | ₹9,405 | ₹9,630 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,830 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,605 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,855 | ₹9,480 | ₹9,730 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,005 | ₹9,430 | ₹9,680 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,130 | ₹9,530 | ₹9,880 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,005 | ₹9,355 | ₹9,680 |
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
To wrap up, Dhoraji APMC logged this Cotton rate on 21 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.