From today's trading desk on 12 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,765 per quintal in Vijayapura 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
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,999
- Lowest Price Today₹8,040
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,765
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bunny)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Cotton is about 3.4% above the period average — just 2.4% 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 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muradabad APMC Leader | ₹15,332 |
| 2 Muzzafarnagar APMC | ₹12,375 |
| 3 Ranebennur APMC | ₹10,404 |
| 4 Bhikangaon APMC | ₹9,780 |
| 5 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 6 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,693 |
| 7 Gooti APMC | ₹9,679 |
| 8 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,555 |
| 9 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,549 |
| 10 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 12 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,375 |
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 ₹5,957 (63.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Vijayapura APMC ranged between ₹5,070 and ₹10,009, with the average around ₹9,448. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹9,999 | ₹8,040 | ₹9,765 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,009 | ₹8,009 | ₹9,789 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,990 | ₹8,781 | ₹9,748 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,971 | ₹6,099 | ₹9,782 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,921 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,692 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,950 | ₹8,487 | ₹9,468 |
| 01 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,373 | ₹9,666 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,910 | ₹8,453 | ₹9,762 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,830 | ₹8,387 | ₹9,393 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,860 | ₹8,067 | ₹9,519 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,897 | ₹9,387 | ₹9,835 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,870 | ₹8,003 | ₹9,734 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,767 | ₹8,093 | ₹9,600 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,740 | ₹8,887 | ₹9,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,787 | ₹8,463 | ₹9,637 |
| 16 Jul | ₹9,740 | ₹8,093 | ₹9,478 |
| 14 Jul | ₹9,457 | ₹6,113 | ₹7,956 |
| 13 Jul | ₹9,730 | ₹8,399 | ₹8,913 |
| 10 Jul | ₹9,650 | ₹6,889 | ₹8,298 |
| 09 Jul | ₹9,730 | ₹8,799 | ₹9,353 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Cotton, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Vijayapura APMC on 12 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.