In the mandi rate roundup for 24 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,278 per quintal in Kanakagiri APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,450
- Lowest Price Today₹8,950
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,278
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Narma BT Cotton)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 1.9% above the period average, and just 6.8% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Arasikere APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Raichur APMC | ₹9,616 |
| 4 Adoni APMC | ₹9,579 |
| 5 Babra APMC | ₹9,575 |
| 6 Talikot APMC | ₹9,563 |
| 7 Gooti APMC | ₹9,489 |
| 8 Kottur APMC | ₹9,299 |
| 9 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,278 |
| 10 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 11 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Macharla APMC | ₹9,200 |
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 ₹2,800 (30.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Kanakagiri APMC ranged between ₹6,400 and ₹9,950, with the average around ₹9,104. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹9,450 | ₹8,950 | ₹9,278 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,450 | ₹8,798 | ₹9,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,696 | ₹8,855 | ₹9,455 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,950 | ₹9,180 | ₹9,550 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,950 | ₹8,567 | ₹9,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,700 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,550 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,819 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,007 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,614 | ₹6,630 | ₹8,150 |
| 05 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹9,279 | ₹9,450 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,540 | ₹9,446 | ₹9,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹9,550 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,520 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹6,640 | ₹9,370 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,450 | ₹9,050 | ₹9,300 |
| 28 Aug | ₹9,700 | ₹6,617 | ₹8,100 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,680 | ₹9,250 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,450 | ₹6,400 | ₹8,000 |
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
Before carting Cotton to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Kanakagiri APMC on 24 Sep 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.