Looking at how the yards traded on 19 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,750 per quintal in Rajkot APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Rajkot APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,940
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Narma BT Cotton)
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.
At this level, Cotton is about 8.3% above the period average, sitting just 5.8% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹870 (9.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Cotton prices at Rajkot APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,350, with the average around ₹9,001. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Nov | ₹9,450 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,280 |
| 05 Nov | ₹9,380 | ₹8,875 | ₹9,175 |
| 04 Nov | ₹9,365 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,260 |
| 03 Nov | ₹9,400 | ₹8,375 | ₹9,250 |
| 02 Nov | ₹9,555 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,350 |
| 31 Oct | ₹9,640 | ₹8,850 | ₹9,300 |
| 30 Oct | ₹9,600 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,325 |
| 29 Oct | ₹9,575 | ₹8,925 | ₹9,325 |
| 28 Oct | ₹9,740 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,375 |
| 27 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹9,900 | ₹8,950 | ₹9,600 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,940 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,575 |
| 23 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,475 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,875 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,450 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,920 | ₹8,665 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,900 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,325 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,930 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,275 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,955 | ₹8,925 | ₹9,450 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,950 | ₹8,770 | ₹9,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,105 | ₹8,875 | ₹9,400 |
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
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Rajkot APMC on 19 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.