In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,480 per quintal in Gooti APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,999
- Lowest Price Today₹4,419
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,480
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bramha)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 20.0% below the period average, and just 27.9% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Narasaraopet APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 3 Macharla APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Gooti APMC | ₹7,480 |
| 5 Yerragondapalem APMC | ₹7,400 |
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 ₹1,100 (14.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Gooti APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹10,380, with the average around ₹9,354. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹9,999 | ₹4,419 | ₹7,480 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,369 | ₹6,390 | ₹9,511 |
| 15 Aug | ₹10,369 | ₹6,390 | ₹9,511 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,380 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,589 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,250 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,540 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,350 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,679 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,330 | ₹4,500 | ₹9,579 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,150 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,469 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,205 | ₹7,100 | ₹9,689 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,851 | ₹6,780 | ₹9,501 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,002 | ₹7,350 | ₹9,459 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,154 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,771 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,010 | ₹6,035 | ₹9,721 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,829 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,650 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,507 | ₹8,790 | ₹9,355 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,874 | ₹9,632 | ₹9,745 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,889 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,501 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,609 | ₹7,220 | ₹9,491 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,899 | ₹7,679 | ₹8,535 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,575 | ₹9,179 | ₹9,367 |
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
Before carting Cotton to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Gooti APMC on 18 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.