Going by the latest APMC figures for 31 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,200 per quintal in Darsi APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Darsi APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Cotton arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Desi)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 0.0% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,619 |
| 2 Macharla APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Cumbum APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Markapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
That ₹1,619 (20.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Darsi APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹8,197. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 30 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 28 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 26 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹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
Before carting Cotton to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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 a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Darsi APMC on 31 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.