Across the reporting yards on 21 Aug 2026, Upleta APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹15,005 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Cotton.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,010
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,005
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Cotton (Unginned))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 47.6% above the period average and right at 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 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Upleta APMC Leader | ₹15,005 |
| 2 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 4 Gooti APMC | ₹9,719 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 6 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 8 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Jammikunta APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 10 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 11 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Macharla APMC | ₹8,200 |
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 ₹6,805 (83.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
053-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 3 days, Cotton prices at Upleta APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹15,010, with the average around ₹10,168. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹15,010 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,005 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,900 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 04 Jul | ₹8,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Upleta APMC set the pace for Cotton. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.