Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,375 per quintal in Jasdan APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Cotton yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,755
- Lowest Price Today₹8,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,375
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Shanker 6 (B) 30mm FIne)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 4.8% above the period average and just 4.8% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chitradurga APMC Leader | ₹10,456 |
| 2 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 3 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,714 |
| 4 Adoni APMC | ₹9,619 |
| 5 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,610 |
| 6 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,425 |
| 8 Warangal APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 9 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 10 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,355 |
| 11 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 12 Anjar APMC | ₹9,342 |
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.
At ₹1,114 (11.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Jasdan APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,850, with the average around ₹8,943. 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 Aug | ₹9,755 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,375 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,815 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,760 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,795 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,375 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,740 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,690 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,685 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,375 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,650 | ₹8,625 | ₹9,425 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,595 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,575 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,575 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,750 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,480 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,665 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,790 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,750 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 25 Jul | ₹9,390 | ₹9,390 | ₹9,390 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,000 |
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 headline Cotton rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Jasdan APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.