In today's crop-price rundown for 01 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹6,750 per quintal in Parchur APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Cotton today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
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₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date01 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 4.0% below the period average and just 13.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 01 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kustagi APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Gooti APMC | ₹9,745 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 4 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 5 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Macharla APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Cumbum APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 9 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Sattenapalli APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 11 Chilakaluripet APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹7,500 |
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 ₹2,500 (33.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Parchur APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹7,800, with the average around ₹7,028. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,700 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Parchur APMC posted this Cotton rate on 01 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.