From today's trading desk on 19 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,496 per quintal in Raichur APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,900
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,496
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (H4)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Cotton is about 7.3% above the period average — just 8.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Saharanpur APMC Leader | ₹15,900 |
| 2 Santhesargur APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 4 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 5 Gooti APMC | ₹9,680 |
| 6 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,619 |
| 7 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,577 |
| 8 Babra APMC | ₹9,575 |
| 9 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 10 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Raichur APMC | ₹9,496 |
| 12 Gondal APMC | ₹9,255 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹6,645 (71.8%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Raichur APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹10,345, with the average around ₹8,851. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,496 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,050 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,811 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,056 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,060 | ₹7,330 | ₹9,849 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,345 | ₹7,650 | ₹9,702 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,026 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,560 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,188 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,765 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,902 | ₹8,333 | ₹9,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,003 | ₹9,590 | ₹9,797 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Raichur APMC logged this Cotton rate on 19 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.