Cotton price in Kerala today
Daily mandi rates for Cotton across APMC markets in Kerala, with min, max and modal prices per quintal. Updated 14 Jul 2026.
Quick answer
In Kerala, the modal price of Cotton is about ₹5,538 per quintal (about ₹55/kg) as of 14 Jul 2026 (range ₹4,160–₹7,030) across 3 markets. That is about 51% above the national modal price of ₹3,662.
Modal₹5,538per quintal
Min₹4,160lowest
Max₹7,030highest
Markets3in Kerala
Cotton price by market in Kerala
| Market | District | Modal | Min | Max | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ernakulam | Ernakulam | ₹5,828 | ₹4,780 | ₹7,030 | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Mukkom Market | Kozhikode(Calicut) | ₹5,195 | ₹4,160 | ₹6,110 | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Thrissur | Thrissur | ₹5,592 | ₹4,470 | ₹6,470 | 14 Jul 2026 |
Why Cotton prices vary across Kerala
Picked Oct–Feb. Local arrivals, transport distance from producing belts (Gujarat, Maharashtra, Telangana and Rajasthan) and variety mix all move the rate between mandis, which is why the range above spans ₹4,160 to ₹7,030.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Cotton price in Kerala today?
The modal price of Cotton in Kerala is around ₹5,538 per quintal as of 14 Jul 2026 (range ₹4,160–₹7,030).
How many markets report Cotton in Kerala?
3 APMC markets across Kerala currently report Cotton prices in this dataset.
Is Cotton cheaper in Kerala than the national average?
The Kerala modal price (₹5,538) is above the all-India modal price of ₹3,662 per quintal.