From today's trading desk on 21 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Warangal APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Warangal APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,700
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Cotton (Unginned))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Cotton is about 2.7% below the period average — just 90.9% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹13,316 |
| 2 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,875 |
| 3 Raichur APMC | ₹9,724 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,584 |
| 5 Adoni APMC | ₹9,579 |
| 6 Gadag APMC | ₹9,559 |
| 7 Gooti APMC | ₹9,539 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Babra APMC | ₹9,475 |
| 11 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,455 |
| 12 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,405 |
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 ₹3,911 (41.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Warangal APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹93,500, with the average around ₹8,733. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Sep | ₹8,700 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Warangal APMC logged this Cotton rate on 21 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.