Pulling together the 13 Sep 2026 mandi readings, Kustagi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,608 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Cotton leader.
01What Put Kustagi APMC on Top Today
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,700
- Lowest Price Today₹9,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,608
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date13 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Cotton is about 1.3% above the period average — just 4.9% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 13 Sep 2026, so you can see where Kustagi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kustagi APMC Leader | ₹9,608 |
| 2 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 3 Markapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Kukshi APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
That ₹1,608 (20.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Kustagi APMC ranged between ₹8,600 and ₹10,100, with the average around ₹9,481. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Sep | ₹9,700 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,608 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,725 | ₹9,725 | ₹9,725 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹9,350 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,150 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 |
| 31 Aug | ₹9,300 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,272 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,333 |
| 27 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,119 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,300 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,100 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,086 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,446 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,693 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,625 | ₹9,828 |
| 09 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,100 | ₹10,100 | ₹10,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,100 | ₹10,100 | ₹10,100 |
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 day's best Cotton rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton found its strongest bid at Kustagi APMC on 13 Sep 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.