In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,100 per quintal in Phirangipuram APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Phirangipuram APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,600
- Lowest Price Today₹7,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,100
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Cotton (Unginned))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Cotton is about 1.3% above the period average — just 5.8% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Phirangipuram APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kustagi APMC Leader | ₹9,446 |
| 2 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 3 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,100 |
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.
The ₹1,346 (16.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Phirangipuram APMC ranged between ₹7,100 and ₹8,600, with the average around ₹8,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,100 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,400 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,800 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Phirangipuram APMC logged this Cotton rate on 16 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.