In the mandi rate roundup for 06 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,691 per quintal in Ranebennur APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Ranebennur APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,096
- Lowest Price Today₹7,286
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,691
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (DCH-32(Unginned))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 8.2% above the period average and just 23.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 06 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chitradurga APMC Leader | ₹10,980 |
| 2 Kustagi APMC | ₹10,100 |
| 3 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,782 |
| 4 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,691 |
| 5 Adoni APMC | ₹9,501 |
| 6 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,475 |
| 7 Gooti APMC | ₹9,459 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 9 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 10 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 11 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,240 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,740 (18.8%) 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 Ranebennur APMC ranged between ₹2,099 and ₹12,699, with the average around ₹8,954. 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 Sep | ₹11,356 | ₹3,889 | ₹9,461 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,070 | ₹9,487 | ₹9,764 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,569 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,456 |
| 21 Sep | ₹12,699 | ₹4,431 | ₹9,405 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,659 | ₹9,359 | ₹9,577 |
| 18 Sep | ₹11,009 | ₹3,439 | ₹9,093 |
| 17 Sep | ₹11,009 | ₹3,439 | ₹9,093 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹9,900 | ₹9,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,169 | ₹9,813 | ₹9,991 |
| 11 Sep | ₹11,619 | ₹4,629 | ₹9,177 |
| 10 Sep | ₹11,600 | ₹3,700 | ₹7,650 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,470 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,235 |
| 07 Sep | ₹11,991 | ₹4,169 | ₹9,072 |
| 04 Sep | ₹9,259 | ₹9,189 | ₹9,224 |
| 03 Sep | ₹11,869 | ₹3,169 | ₹7,519 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,389 | ₹7,896 | ₹8,642 |
| 31 Aug | ₹12,200 | ₹4,011 | ₹8,785 |
| 29 Aug | ₹10,450 | ₹10,450 | ₹10,450 |
| 28 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹6,169 | ₹9,084 |
| 27 Aug | ₹12,069 | ₹3,169 | ₹7,619 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Ranebennur APMC posted this Cotton rate on 06 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.