With the 23 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Dhragradhra APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Cotton markets.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,330
- Lowest Price Today₹7,120
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (RCH-2)
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 8.7% below the period average and just 39.3% 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 23 Sep 2026, so you can see where Dhragradhra APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khair APMC Leader | ₹10,200 |
| 2 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,764 |
| 3 Babra APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,598 |
| 5 Talikot APMC | ₹9,594 |
| 6 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,534 |
| 7 Lingasugur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,489 |
| 9 Gooti APMC | ₹9,489 |
| 10 Adoni APMC | ₹9,489 |
| 11 Dharwar APMC | ₹9,474 |
| 12 Raichur APMC | ₹9,447 |
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 ₹753 (8.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Dhragradhra APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹14,005, with the average around ₹9,312. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹9,430 | ₹7,560 | ₹8,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,330 | ₹7,120 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,320 | ₹7,555 | ₹8,675 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,545 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,360 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,755 | ₹8,660 | ₹9,350 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,300 | ₹9,170 | ₹10,005 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,105 | ₹9,105 | ₹9,105 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,530 | ₹8,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,950 | ₹8,250 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,605 | ₹8,605 | ₹8,605 |
| 22 Jul | ₹14,005 | ₹14,005 | ₹14,005 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Dhragradhra APMC posted this Cotton rate on 23 Sep 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.