In today's crop-price rundown for 24 Jul 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,179 per quintal in Raichur APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Cotton markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,202
- Lowest Price Today₹9,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,179
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Jul 2026
- CommodityCotton (H4)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 5.4% above the period average, and just 8.2% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 24 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vijayapura APMC Leader | ₹9,835 |
| 2 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,648 |
| 3 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 4 Adoni APMC | ₹9,429 |
| 5 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 6 Santhesargur APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 7 Gooti APMC | ₹9,230 |
| 8 Raichur APMC | ₹9,179 |
| 9 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,050 |
| 10 Haveri APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,000 |
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.
At ₹835 (9.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Raichur APMC ranged between ₹6,700 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹8,712. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹9,468 | ₹8,898 | ₹9,050 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Cotton market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Raichur APMC on 24 Jul 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.