Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,383 per quintal in Muzzafarnagar APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,108
- Lowest Price Today₹4,607
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,383
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
This puts Cotton about 19.5% below the period average, and just 40.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Muzzafarnagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chitradurga APMC Leader | ₹10,456 |
| 2 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 3 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,714 |
| 4 Adoni APMC | ₹9,619 |
| 5 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,610 |
| 6 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,425 |
| 8 Warangal APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 9 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 10 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,355 |
| 11 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 12 Anjar APMC | ₹9,342 |
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.
That ₹1,114 (11.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Muzzafarnagar APMC ranged between ₹4,003 and ₹13,974, with the average around ₹10,413. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹13,108 | ₹4,607 | ₹8,383 |
| 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 |
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, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Muzzafarnagar APMC reported Cotton at this level on 18 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.