As the 19 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,555 per quintal in Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Cotton today.
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₹9,805
- Lowest Price Today₹6,205
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,555
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (CO-2 (Unginned))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 3.9% above the period average and just 9.0% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Badwani APMC Leader | ₹9,970 |
| 2 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,931 |
| 3 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 4 Gooti APMC | ₹9,619 |
| 5 Adoni APMC | ₹9,570 |
| 6 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,570 |
| 7 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,555 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,475 |
| 9 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 10 Khammam APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 11 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,150 |
| 12 Jammikunta APMC | ₹9,100 |
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.
That ₹870 (9.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Cotton prices at Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹10,500, with the average around ₹9,198. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Nov | ₹9,505 | ₹8,605 | ₹9,205 |
| 04 Nov | ₹9,505 | ₹8,105 | ₹8,950 |
| 03 Nov | ₹9,605 | ₹8,225 | ₹9,105 |
| 02 Nov | ₹9,480 | ₹8,205 | ₹9,100 |
| 30 Oct | ₹9,355 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 29 Oct | ₹9,655 | ₹8,230 | ₹9,300 |
| 28 Oct | ₹9,755 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹9,855 | ₹5,250 | ₹9,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹10,005 | ₹9,105 | ₹9,550 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,805 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹7,255 | ₹9,505 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,790 | ₹8,180 | ₹9,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,755 | ₹7,280 | ₹9,525 |
| 19 Oct | ₹10,055 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,555 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,805 | ₹6,430 | ₹9,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,930 | ₹6,230 | ₹9,525 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,430 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,625 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,500 | ₹6,805 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,080 | ₹8,705 | ₹9,625 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,505 |
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
Going to the top Cotton market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC posted this Cotton rate on 19 Aug 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.