In the price report dated 16 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,558 per quintal in Mahabubabad APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹8,558
- Lowest Price Today₹8,558
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,558
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 4.1% above the period average, and just 5.4% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 16 Sep 2026, so you can see where Mahabubabad APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Talikot APMC Leader | ₹10,191 |
| 2 Vijayapura APMC | ₹10,112 |
| 3 Dhragradhra APMC | ₹10,005 |
| 4 Sindhanur APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,935 |
| 7 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 9 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 10 Raichur APMC | ₹9,849 |
| 11 Babra APMC | ₹9,785 |
| 12 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
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 ₹441 (4.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Mahabubabad APMC ranged between ₹5,252 and ₹9,050, with the average around ₹8,222. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹8,558 | ₹8,558 | ₹8,558 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,533 | ₹8,533 | ₹8,533 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,516 | ₹6,666 | ₹8,516 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,618 | ₹5,252 | ₹8,618 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,288 | ₹5,838 | ₹5,838 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,639 | ₹8,639 | ₹8,639 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,727 | ₹5,727 | ₹5,727 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,733 | ₹8,733 | ₹8,733 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,828 | ₹5,616 | ₹8,828 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,050 | ₹7,873 | ₹8,833 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,980 | ₹7,377 | ₹8,980 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,888 | ₹7,888 | ₹7,888 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,780 | ₹7,466 | ₹8,780 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,727 | ₹7,822 | ₹8,727 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,789 | ₹7,689 | ₹7,689 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,749 | ₹6,066 | ₹8,749 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,826 | ₹7,376 | ₹8,826 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,562 | ₹7,538 | ₹7,538 |
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
The takeaway: Mahabubabad APMC reported Cotton at this level on 16 Sep 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.