In the latest market update for 21 Jul 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Raichur APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Raichur 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₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Jul 2026
- CommodityCotton (H4)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 3.5% above the period average, sitting just 10.0% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 21 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹13,974 |
| 2 Chitradurga APMC | ₹10,096 |
| 3 Adoni APMC | ₹9,401 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 5 Amarawati APMC | ₹9,025 |
| 6 Raichur APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Santhesargur APMC | ₹8,950 |
| 9 Jasdan APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 10 Mahabubabad APMC | ₹8,727 |
| 11 Kukshi APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 12 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹5,374 (62.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Raichur APMC ranged between ₹6,700 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹8,696. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Aug | ₹9,700 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹7,050 | ₹9,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹6,700 | ₹9,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,293 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,235 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,290 | ₹9,148 | ₹9,155 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,202 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,179 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,233 | ₹9,197 | ₹9,227 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹7,100 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,231 | ₹9,228 | ₹9,231 |
| 16 Jul | ₹9,231 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,930 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,280 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,997 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Jul | ₹9,281 | ₹6,900 | ₹9,266 |
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
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Raichur APMC on 21 Jul 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.