In the price report dated 23 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,598 per quintal in Vijayapura APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹9,729
- Lowest Price Today₹7,007
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,598
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bunny)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.1% below the period average and just 6.9% 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 23 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khair APMC Leader | ₹10,200 |
| 2 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,764 |
| 3 Babra APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,598 |
| 5 Talikot APMC | ₹9,594 |
| 6 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,534 |
| 7 Lingasugur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,489 |
| 9 Gooti APMC | ₹9,489 |
| 10 Adoni APMC | ₹9,489 |
| 11 Dharwar APMC | ₹9,474 |
| 12 Raichur APMC | ₹9,447 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹753 (8.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Vijayapura APMC ranged between ₹5,070 and ₹10,309, with the average around ₹9,610. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Sep | ₹9,729 | ₹7,007 | ₹9,598 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,899 | ₹7,001 | ₹9,624 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,859 | ₹7,587 | ₹9,584 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,309 | ₹7,575 | ₹9,806 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,171 | ₹6,009 | ₹9,986 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,281 | ₹8,859 | ₹10,112 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,170 | ₹8,010 | ₹10,143 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,110 | ₹8,600 | ₹10,011 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,981 | ₹8,010 | ₹9,815 |
| 05 Sep | ₹9,931 | ₹8,510 | ₹9,561 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,961 | ₹8,070 | ₹9,641 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,011 | ₹7,010 | ₹9,697 |
| 01 Sep | ₹10,061 | ₹8,881 | ₹9,839 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,101 | ₹7,071 | ₹9,812 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,939 | ₹8,010 | ₹9,629 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,861 | ₹8,211 | ₹9,484 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,899 | ₹8,315 | ₹9,085 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,070 | ₹8,300 | ₹9,574 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,270 | ₹8,005 | ₹10,080 |
| 19 Aug | ₹10,301 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,931 |
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
When picking where to sell Cotton, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 23 Sep 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Vijayapura 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.