Based on what the markets reported on 28 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,084 per quintal in Ranebennur APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,169
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,084
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
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.
At this level, Cotton is about 3.0% above the period average, sitting just 25.4% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 28 Aug 2026, so you can see where Ranebennur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Adoni APMC Leader | ₹9,729 |
| 2 Gooti APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 3 Macharla APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,084 |
| 5 Prathipadu APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Yalburga APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 7 Kodumur APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 8 Achnera APMC | ₹8,684 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 11 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
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 ₹1,529 (18.6%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Ranebennur APMC ranged between ₹2,099 and ₹12,169, with the average around ₹8,819. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹10,450 | ₹10,450 | ₹10,450 |
| 28 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹6,169 | ₹9,084 |
| 27 Aug | ₹12,069 | ₹3,169 | ₹7,619 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹6,169 | ₹7,134 |
| 24 Aug | ₹11,929 | ₹4,068 | ₹7,998 |
| 20 Aug | ₹11,399 | ₹4,229 | ₹7,814 |
| 17 Aug | ₹11,069 | ₹2,099 | ₹6,584 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,100 | ₹8,709 | ₹10,404 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,169 | ₹3,079 | ₹6,420 |
| 06 Aug | ₹12,096 | ₹7,286 | ₹9,691 |
| 04 Aug | ₹11,800 | ₹9,109 | ₹10,454 |
| 03 Aug | ₹12,029 | ₹4,786 | ₹8,407 |
| 30 Jul | ₹12,029 | ₹4,049 | ₹8,064 |
| 29 Jul | ₹11,169 | ₹11,169 | ₹11,169 |
| 27 Jul | ₹11,969 | ₹3,909 | ₹7,939 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,701 | ₹8,596 | ₹9,648 |
| 23 Jul | ₹11,809 | ₹8,069 | ₹9,939 |
| 17 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹11,169 | ₹3,786 | ₹7,477 |
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
Selling Cotton well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Ranebennur APMC on 28 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.