In the price report dated 20 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,814 per quintal in Ranebennur APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Ranebennur APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,399
- Lowest Price Today₹4,229
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,814
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (DCH-32(Unginned))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 12.5% below the period average and just 35.8% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹12,470 |
| 2 Vijayapura APMC | ₹10,080 |
| 3 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 4 Adoni APMC | ₹9,719 |
| 5 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,710 |
| 6 Badwani APMC | ₹9,610 |
| 7 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,605 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 9 Gooti APMC | ₹9,570 |
| 10 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,400 |
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.
The ₹3,070 (32.7%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Ranebennur APMC ranged between ₹2,099 and ₹12,169, with the average around ₹8,932. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹11,399 | ₹4,229 | ₹7,814 |
| 17 Aug | ₹11,069 | ₹2,099 | ₹6,584 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,100 | ₹8,709 | ₹10,404 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,169 | ₹3,079 | ₹6,420 |
| 06 Aug | ₹12,096 | ₹7,286 | ₹9,691 |
| 04 Aug | ₹11,800 | ₹9,109 | ₹10,454 |
| 03 Aug | ₹12,029 | ₹4,786 | ₹8,407 |
| 30 Jul | ₹12,029 | ₹4,049 | ₹8,064 |
| 29 Jul | ₹11,169 | ₹11,169 | ₹11,169 |
| 27 Jul | ₹11,969 | ₹3,909 | ₹7,939 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,701 | ₹8,596 | ₹9,648 |
| 23 Jul | ₹11,809 | ₹8,069 | ₹9,939 |
| 17 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹11,169 | ₹3,786 | ₹7,477 |
| 09 Jul | ₹11,029 | ₹8,769 | ₹9,899 |
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
For Cotton, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Ranebennur APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.