Reading today's price tape for 11 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Raichur APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Cotton markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,609
- Lowest Price Today₹7,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (H4)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cotton is about 8.5% above the period average, sitting just 5.0% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 11 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chitradurga APMC Leader | ₹10,792 |
| 2 Adoni APMC | ₹9,679 |
| 3 Gooti APMC | ₹9,579 |
| 4 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,579 |
| 5 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,515 |
| 6 Raichur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 9 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 10 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 11 Kodumur APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 12 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
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.
The ₹1,542 (16.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Raichur APMC ranged between ₹6,700 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹8,755. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug | ₹9,609 | ₹7,100 | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,150 | ₹9,000 |
| 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 |
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 headline Cotton rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Raichur APMC on 11 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.