In the day's wholesale-price digest for 03 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,050 per quintal in Macharla APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,050
- Lowest Price Today₹9,050
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date03 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bunny)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cotton is about 9.4% above the period average — just 5.7% 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 03 Sep 2026, so you can see where Macharla APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,729 |
| 2 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Anjar APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 4 Macharla APMC | ₹9,050 |
| 5 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Bodeliu APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Prathipadu APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Jammikunta APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 9 Hadad APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 10 Kalediya APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 11 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹8,300 |
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 ₹1,429 (17.2%) 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 Macharla APMC ranged between ₹7,650 and ₹9,600, with the average around ₹8,275. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Sep | ₹9,050 | ₹9,050 | ₹9,050 |
| 02 Sep | ₹9,050 | ₹9,050 | ₹9,050 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 31 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,250 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,250 |
| 28 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,150 | ₹8,150 | ₹8,150 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,950 | ₹7,950 | ₹7,950 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,950 | ₹7,950 | ₹7,950 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,950 | ₹7,950 | ₹7,950 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,050 | ₹8,050 | ₹8,050 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Macharla APMC on 03 Sep 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.