Checking the day's mandi numbers for 23 Sep 2026, Khair APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,200 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,200
- Lowest Price Today₹10,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
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 26.7% above the period average — just 32.0% 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 23 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khair APMC Leader | ₹10,200 |
| 2 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,764 |
| 3 Babra APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,598 |
| 5 Talikot APMC | ₹9,594 |
| 6 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,534 |
| 7 Lingasugur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Gooti APMC | ₹9,489 |
| 9 Adoni APMC | ₹9,489 |
| 10 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,489 |
| 11 Dharwar APMC | ₹9,474 |
| 12 Raichur APMC | ₹9,447 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹753 (8.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Khair APMC ranged between ₹5,600 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹8,048. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Sep | ₹10,200 | ₹10,200 | ₹10,200 |
| 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
When picking where to sell Cotton, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
In short, Cotton found its strongest bid at Khair APMC on 23 Sep 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.