Checking the day's mandi numbers for 28 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,600 per quintal in Durgi APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Cotton markets.
01What Put Durgi APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,800
- Lowest Price Today₹7,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,600
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Cotton is about 0.8% below the period average, sitting just 20.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 28 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,550 |
| 2 Macharla APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 5 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 7 Markapur APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 8 Yerragondapalem APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 9 Durgi APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Mylavaram APMC | ₹6,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
A spread of ₹2,650 (38.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Durgi APMC ranged between ₹6,900 and ₹9,600, with the average around ₹7,664. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,300 |
| 24 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,900 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Cotton today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Durgi APMC on 28 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.