In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Sep 2026, Khair APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,886 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Cotton board.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,886
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 56.0% above the period average and just 20.8% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 17 Sep 2026, so you can see where Khair APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khair APMC Leader | ₹11,886 |
| 2 Manvi APMC | ₹10,900 |
| 3 Talikot APMC | ₹10,073 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,986 |
| 5 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 6 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,875 |
| 7 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,845 |
| 8 Badwani APMC | ₹9,810 |
| 9 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,780 |
| 10 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 11 Gooti APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 12 Adoni APMC | ₹9,689 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹2,197 (22.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
055-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 5 days, Cotton prices at Khair APMC ranged between ₹5,600 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹7,617. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹11,886 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 30 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
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
Going to the top Cotton market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
Bottom line: on 17 Sep 2026, Khair APMC set the pace for Cotton. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.