Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,700 per quintal in Warangal APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,030
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Cotton (Unginned))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 0.5% below the period average, and just 90.7% 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 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Warangal APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sindhanur APMC Leader | ₹9,850 |
| 2 Talikot APMC | ₹9,835 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 4 Gooti APMC | ₹9,689 |
| 5 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,675 |
| 6 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 8 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Morbi APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 11 Babra APMC | ₹9,370 |
| 12 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹600 (6.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Warangal APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹93,500, with the average around ₹8,743. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹9,030 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,063 | ₹6,800 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,320 | ₹5,500 | ₹9,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,410 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,100 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,340 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,370 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹9,250 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,900 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,140 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹9,230 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,310 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,260 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,440 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,440 | ₹7,300 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,520 | ₹6,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,650 | ₹5,800 | ₹9,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,440 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,120 | ₹9,010 | ₹9,100 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Warangal APMC reported Cotton at this level on 18 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.