As fresh arrivals settled on 09 Jul 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,600 per quintal in Khammam APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,650
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Jul 2026
- CommodityCotton (Cotton (Unginned))
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.
This puts Cotton about 3.2% above the period average, and just 9.0% 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 09 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranebennur APMC Leader | ₹9,899 |
| 2 Chitradurga APMC | ₹9,379 |
| 3 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,353 |
| 4 Adoni APMC | ₹9,180 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 6 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 7 Gondal APMC | ₹9,080 |
| 8 Amarawati APMC | ₹8,950 |
| 9 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 10 Jasdan APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 11 Khammam APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 12 Rajula APMC | ₹8,350 |
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 ₹1,549 (18.6%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Khammam APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹9,450, with the average around ₹8,333. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Aug | ₹9,450 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,850 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,300 |
| 13 Jul | ₹9,025 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,600 |
| 09 Jul | ₹8,650 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,600 |
| 08 Jul | ₹8,550 | ₹7,325 | ₹7,700 |
| 01 Jul | ₹8,425 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 25 Jun | ₹8,400 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,175 |
| 18 Jun | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,400 |
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
Farmers comparing Cotton rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Khammam APMC reported Cotton at this level on 09 Jul 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.