In the latest market update for 12 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,961 per quintal in Kukshi APMC. See where this sits in the day's Cotton range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,961
- Lowest Price Today₹8,961
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,961
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 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.
Right now Cotton is about 6.3% above the period average — just 0.4% 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.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Kukshi APMC ranged between ₹7,200 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,426. 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 | ₹8,961 | ₹8,961 | ₹8,961 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 |
| 12 Jul | ₹8,350 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 26 Jun | ₹7,250 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,250 |
| 25 Jun | ₹8,500 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,500 |
| 20 Jun | ₹8,600 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,600 |
| 16 Jun | ₹8,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,200 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kukshi APMC logged this Cotton rate on 12 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.