As the 22 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Badwani APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,935 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,985
- Lowest Price Today₹9,480
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,935
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (H4)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 4-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 0.6% above the period average, and just 0.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 22 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Badwani APMC Leader | ₹9,935 |
| 2 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,695 |
| 3 Adoni APMC | ₹9,675 |
| 4 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,675 |
| 5 Babra APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 6 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 7 Gooti APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 8 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 9 Vankaner APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Kodumur APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 11 Rajula APMC | ₹8,505 |
| 12 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
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 ₹1,635 (19.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
054-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 4 days, Cotton prices at Badwani APMC ranged between ₹9,400 and ₹9,985, with the average around ₹9,871. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹9,985 | ₹9,480 | ₹9,935 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,980 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,970 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,985 | ₹9,490 | ₹9,610 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,970 | ₹9,560 | ₹9,970 |
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
The takeaway: Badwani APMC was the market to beat for Cotton on 22 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.