In the latest market update for 23 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,965 per quintal in Rani APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,012
- Lowest Price Today₹8,870
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,965
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Desi)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cotton is about 1.8% above the period average, sitting just 1.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 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.
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.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Rani APMC ranged between ₹8,330 and ₹9,055, with the average around ₹8,808. 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 | ₹9,012 | ₹8,870 | ₹8,965 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,985 | ₹8,703 | ₹8,875 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,026 | ₹8,900 | ₹8,950 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,055 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,026 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,330 | ₹8,330 | ₹8,330 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Cotton today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Rani APMC on 23 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.