Pulling together the 24 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,700 per quintal in Yerragondapalem APMC. This is one of several Cotton rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Yerragondapalem APMC on Top Today
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₹7,700
- Lowest Price Today₹7,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,700
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (170-C2 (Ginned))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Cotton is about 0.3% below the period average — just 7.2% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,675 |
| 2 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,575 |
| 3 Macharla APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Cumbum APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 6 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 7 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Markapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Yerragondapalem APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 10 Parchur APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,175 (29.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Yerragondapalem APMC ranged between ₹7,300 and ₹8,300, with the average around ₹7,726. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹7,700 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,700 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Yerragondapalem APMC on 24 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.