Turning to the 21 Aug 2026 APMC board, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,547 per quintal in Raichur APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,602
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,547
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (H4)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 10.6% above the period average and just 4.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Upleta APMC Leader | ₹15,005 |
| 2 Badwani APMC | ₹9,970 |
| 3 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 5 Gooti APMC | ₹9,719 |
| 6 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 7 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,574 |
| 8 Raichur APMC | ₹9,547 |
| 9 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 11 Khammam APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 12 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
A spread of ₹5,755 (62.2%) 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 Raichur APMC ranged between ₹6,700 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹8,630. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹9,602 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,547 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,050 | ₹9,050 | ₹9,050 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,669 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,860 |
| 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 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Raichur APMC posted this Cotton rate on 21 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.