From today's trading desk on 12 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,549 per quintal in Kanakagiri APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Cotton yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Kanakagiri APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,600
- Lowest Price Today₹9,494
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,549
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Narma BT Cotton)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cotton is about 2.3% above the period average, sitting just 0.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kanakagiri APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kustagi APMC Leader | ₹9,693 |
| 2 Gooti APMC | ₹9,679 |
| 3 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,555 |
| 4 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,549 |
| 5 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 7 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 8 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 9 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 10 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 11 Prathipadu APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
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.
At ₹1,393 (16.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Kanakagiri APMC ranged between ₹8,912 and ₹9,600, with the average around ₹9,333. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,494 | ₹9,549 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,573 | ₹9,425 | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,408 | ₹9,450 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,475 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,406 | ₹9,134 | ₹9,375 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,371 | ₹9,375 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹8,912 | ₹9,169 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,979 | ₹9,110 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹9,008 | ₹9,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,201 | ₹9,133 | ₹9,161 |
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
Farmers comparing Cotton rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Kanakagiri APMC on 12 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.