In the price report dated 17 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,900 per quintal in Kukshi APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,900
- Lowest Price Today₹8,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
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.
Today's rate is about 5.0% above the period average and just 1.1% 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 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹12,480 |
| 2 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,690 |
| 5 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,589 |
| 6 Gooti APMC | ₹9,511 |
| 7 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 8 Karaikal APMC | ₹9,283 |
| 9 Yalburga APMC | ₹9,260 |
| 10 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 11 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 12 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,150 |
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 ₹3,330 (36.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Kukshi APMC ranged between ₹7,200 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,479. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹8,900 | ₹8,900 | ₹8,900 |
| 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
Selling Cotton well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kukshi APMC posted this Cotton rate on 17 Aug 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.