Here's the 24 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Cotton was quoted at ₹9,299 per quintal in Kottur APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,299
- Lowest Price Today₹9,299
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,299
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Narma BT Cotton)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 5-Day Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 2.1% above the period average, sitting just 0.3% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 24 Sep 2026, so you can see where Kottur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khair APMC Leader | ₹14,074 |
| 2 Santhesargur APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Arasikere APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Chitradurga APMC | ₹10,400 |
| 5 Raichur APMC | ₹9,616 |
| 6 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,589 |
| 7 Adoni APMC | ₹9,579 |
| 8 Babra APMC | ₹9,575 |
| 9 Talikot APMC | ₹9,563 |
| 10 Gooti APMC | ₹9,489 |
| 11 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,461 |
| 12 Haveri APMC | ₹9,415 |
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 ₹4,659 (49.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 5-Day Trend
Over the last 5 days, Cotton prices at Kottur APMC ranged between ₹8,801 and ₹9,329, with the average around ₹9,104. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹9,299 | ₹9,299 | ₹9,299 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,329 | ₹8,801 | ₹9,223 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,029 | ₹9,029 | ₹9,029 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,969 | ₹8,969 | ₹8,969 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Cotton today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Kottur APMC on 24 Sep 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.