Pulling together the 20 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,250 per quintal in Kanakagiri APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Kanakagiri APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,620
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Narma BT Cotton)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cotton is about 1.4% above the period average — just 3.8% 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
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 Rajkot APMC Leader | ₹9,750 |
| 2 Adoni APMC | ₹9,719 |
| 3 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,710 |
| 4 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,605 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 6 Gooti APMC | ₹9,570 |
| 7 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 9 Anjar APMC | ₹9,342 |
| 10 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 11 Prathipadu APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Kodumur APMC | ₹9,000 |
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 ₹750 (8.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Kanakagiri APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,620, with the average around ₹9,126. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹9,620 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,312 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,150 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,300 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹7,936 | ₹9,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,550 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,850 |
| 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
Aim for the best-paying Cotton yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Kanakagiri APMC on 20 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.