Here's the 24 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Khair APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹14,074 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
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₹14,100
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,074
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cotton is about 58.0% above the period average — just 6.2% 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 24 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khair APMC Leader | ₹14,074 |
| 2 Santhesargur APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Arasikere APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Chitradurga APMC | ₹10,400 |
| 5 Raichur APMC | ₹9,616 |
| 6 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,589 |
| 7 Adoni APMC | ₹9,579 |
| 8 Babra APMC | ₹9,575 |
| 9 Talikot APMC | ₹9,563 |
| 10 Gooti APMC | ₹9,489 |
| 11 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,461 |
| 12 Haveri APMC | ₹9,415 |
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 ₹4,659 (49.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
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 ₹8,909. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹14,100 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,074 |
| 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
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
In short, Cotton found its strongest bid at Khair APMC on 24 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.