From today's trading desk on 17 Aug 2026, Muzzafarnagar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,480 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,480
- Lowest Price Today₹12,480
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,480
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 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 18.9% above the period average — just 10.7% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹12,480 |
| 2 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,690 |
| 5 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,589 |
| 6 Gooti APMC | ₹9,511 |
| 7 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 8 Karaikal APMC | ₹9,283 |
| 9 Yalburga APMC | ₹9,260 |
| 10 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 11 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 12 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,150 |
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 ₹3,330 (36.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Muzzafarnagar APMC ranged between ₹4,003 and ₹13,974, with the average around ₹10,494. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹12,480 | ₹12,480 | ₹12,480 |
| 15 Aug | ₹10,210 | ₹10,210 | ₹10,210 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,375 | ₹12,375 | ₹12,375 |
| 27 Jul | ₹12,407 | ₹12,407 | ₹12,407 |
| 25 Jul | ₹9,305 | ₹9,305 | ₹9,305 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,903 | ₹4,903 | ₹4,903 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,405 | ₹9,405 | ₹9,405 |
| 21 Jul | ₹13,974 | ₹13,974 | ₹13,974 |
| 20 Jul | ₹12,407 | ₹12,407 | ₹12,407 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,110 | ₹5,110 | ₹5,110 |
| 15 Jul | ₹12,307 | ₹12,307 | ₹12,307 |
| 11 Jul | ₹12,207 | ₹12,207 | ₹12,207 |
| 10 Jul | ₹9,205 | ₹9,205 | ₹9,205 |
| 08 Jul | ₹12,207 | ₹12,207 | ₹12,207 |
| 06 Jul | ₹5,107 | ₹5,107 | ₹5,107 |
| 04 Jul | ₹12,308 | ₹4,003 | ₹9,901 |
| 02 Jul | ₹12,307 | ₹12,307 | ₹12,307 |
| 01 Jul | ₹12,412 | ₹12,412 | ₹12,412 |
| 30 Jun | ₹12,307 | ₹12,307 | ₹12,307 |
| 29 Jun | ₹12,477 | ₹12,477 | ₹12,477 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton found its strongest bid at Muzzafarnagar APMC on 17 Aug 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.