From today's trading desk on 17 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,589 per quintal in Mantralayam APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Cotton yards.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,340
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,589
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bramha)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Cotton is about 0.1% above the period average — just 7.3% 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 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mantralayam APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹12,480 |
| 2 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,690 |
| 5 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,589 |
| 6 Gooti APMC | ₹9,511 |
| 7 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 8 Karaikal APMC | ₹9,283 |
| 9 Yalburga APMC | ₹9,260 |
| 10 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 11 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 12 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,150 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹3,330 (36.4%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Mantralayam APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹10,340, with the average around ₹9,576. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹10,340 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,589 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,340 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,589 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,330 | ₹3,500 | ₹9,579 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,209 | ₹7,100 | ₹9,689 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,100 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,722 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,156 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,771 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,829 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,680 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,829 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,650 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,889 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,501 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹7,220 | ₹9,401 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,677 | ₹9,179 | ₹9,339 |
| 25 Jul | ₹9,800 | ₹8,680 | ₹9,429 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,550 | ₹9,050 | ₹9,550 |
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
The day's best Cotton rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Mantralayam APMC logged this Cotton rate on 17 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.