Looking at how the yards traded on 19 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,649 per quintal in Ellanabad APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Cotton today.
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₹8,720
- Lowest Price Today₹8,380
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,649
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (American)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Cotton is about 0.8% above the period average — just 12.7% 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 19 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Saharanpur APMC Leader | ₹15,900 |
| 2 Muzzafarnagar APMC | ₹13,307 |
| 3 Chitradurga APMC | ₹10,331 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 5 Talikot APMC | ₹9,809 |
| 6 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 7 Gooti APMC | ₹9,680 |
| 8 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,619 |
| 9 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,577 |
| 10 Babra APMC | ₹9,575 |
| 11 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 12 Adoni APMC | ₹9,539 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹6,361 (66.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Ellanabad APMC ranged between ₹7,021 and ₹9,911, with the average around ₹8,579. 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 | ₹8,720 | ₹8,380 | ₹8,649 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,725 | ₹8,511 | ₹8,660 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,911 | ₹8,571 | ₹8,850 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,121 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,086 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,196 | ₹8,760 | ₹9,150 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,159 | ₹8,790 | ₹9,088 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,031 | ₹8,922 | ₹8,940 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,976 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,860 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,900 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,840 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,970 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,845 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,120 | ₹8,876 | ₹8,972 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,565 | ₹8,565 | ₹8,565 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,430 | ₹8,415 | ₹8,415 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,436 | ₹8,420 | ₹8,420 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,392 | ₹8,318 | ₹8,318 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,366 | ₹8,318 | ₹8,318 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 |
| 30 Jun | ₹8,311 | ₹8,311 | ₹8,311 |
| 20 Jun | ₹8,540 | ₹8,480 | ₹8,480 |
| 18 Jun | ₹7,021 | ₹7,021 | ₹7,021 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Ellanabad APMC logged this Cotton rate on 19 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.