In the mandi rate roundup for 25 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Dhamnod 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
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,070
- Lowest Price Today₹5,465
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 6.3% below the period average and just 17.7% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 25 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Babra APMC Leader | ₹9,675 |
| 2 Talikot APMC | ₹9,582 |
| 3 Gooti APMC | ₹9,579 |
| 4 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,579 |
| 5 Soundati APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Raichur APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 7 Lingasugur APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 8 Macharla APMC | ₹9,150 |
| 9 Bodeliu APMC | ₹9,050 |
| 10 Modasar APMC | ₹9,050 |
| 11 Hadad APMC | ₹9,050 |
| 12 Kalediya APMC | ₹9,050 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹625 (6.9%) 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 Dhamnod APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹8,505, with the average around ₹7,474. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹8,070 | ₹5,465 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,210 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹5,010 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,505 | ₹5,800 | ₹7,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹4,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹6,650 | ₹7,100 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,130 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,050 | ₹5,800 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,450 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,450 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,700 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,811 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,750 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,725 | ₹7,725 | ₹7,725 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,700 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,700 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,715 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,701 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,950 | ₹7,245 | ₹7,815 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,401 | ₹7,401 | ₹7,401 |
| 06 Sep | ₹7,511 | ₹7,221 | ₹7,511 |
| 09 Jul | ₹8,125 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,125 |
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
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
Net-net, Dhamnod APMC posted this Cotton rate on 25 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.