As the 16 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,011 per quintal in Achnera APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Achnera APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,020
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,011
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 2.9% above the period average and just 12.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Talikot APMC Leader | ₹10,191 |
| 2 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Sindhanur APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,935 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 6 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 7 Raichur APMC | ₹9,849 |
| 8 Babra APMC | ₹9,785 |
| 9 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 10 Adoni APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 11 Gooti APMC | ₹9,729 |
| 12 Lingasugur APMC | ₹9,700 |
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.
A spread of ₹491 (5.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Achnera APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹9,200, with the average around ₹7,783. 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 | ₹8,020 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,011 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,490 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,306 |
| 13 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,393 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,283 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,015 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,321 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,050 | ₹8,390 | ₹8,591 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,170 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,739 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,870 |
| 30 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,421 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,991 |
| 28 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,684 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,140 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,111 |
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
For Cotton, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Achnera APMC posted this Cotton rate on 16 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.