In the latest market update for 18 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,675 per quintal in Rajkot APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,675
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Narma BT Cotton)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cotton is about 9.1% above the period average — just 6.5% 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 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Saharanpur APMC Leader | ₹14,617 |
| 2 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 3 Talikot APMC | ₹9,835 |
| 4 Raichur APMC | ₹9,811 |
| 5 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,806 |
| 6 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 7 Anjar APMC | ₹9,740 |
| 8 Gooti APMC | ₹9,689 |
| 9 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,675 |
| 10 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 11 Taleja APMC | ₹9,555 |
| 12 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,550 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹5,067 (53.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Rajkot APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,350, with the average around ₹8,872. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹9,825 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,675 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,950 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,450 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,875 | ₹8,625 | ₹9,125 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,875 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,400 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,350 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,625 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,905 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,450 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,800 | ₹7,200 | ₹9,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,750 | ₹8,350 | ₹9,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹7,750 | ₹9,450 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,700 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,300 |
| 31 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,100 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,965 | ₹8,240 | ₹9,250 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,855 | ₹7,750 | ₹9,250 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,650 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,950 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,695 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,050 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,900 | ₹7,375 | ₹9,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,940 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,750 |
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
Selling Cotton well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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, Rajkot APMC logged this Cotton rate on 18 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.