Turning to the 05 Sep 2026 APMC board, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Raichur APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,844
- Lowest Price Today₹6,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 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.
Today's rate is about 9.7% above the period average and just 5.0% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 05 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,769 |
| 2 Adoni APMC | ₹9,689 |
| 3 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,561 |
| 4 Raichur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 6 Gadag APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 7 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,150 |
| 8 Dharwar APMC | ₹9,144 |
| 9 Macharla APMC | ₹9,050 |
| 10 Prathipadu APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Kalediya APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Bodeliu APMC | ₹9,000 |
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 ₹769 (8.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Raichur APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹8,658. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Sep | ₹9,844 | ₹6,700 | ₹9,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹9,745 | ₹7,150 | ₹9,433 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,706 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,020 |
| 02 Sep | ₹9,608 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,550 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,900 | ₹8,900 | ₹8,900 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,723 | ₹10,000 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Cotton yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 05 Sep 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Raichur APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.