Going by the latest APMC figures for 04 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,375 per quintal in Kanakagiri APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Kanakagiri APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,400
- Lowest Price Today₹9,371
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,375
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Narma BT Cotton)
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.
Today's rate is about 2.1% above the period average and just 0.3% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 04 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chitradurga APMC Leader | ₹10,958 |
| 2 Ranebennur APMC | ₹10,454 |
| 3 Kustagi APMC | ₹10,075 |
| 4 Adoni APMC | ₹9,771 |
| 5 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,771 |
| 6 Gooti APMC | ₹9,721 |
| 7 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,468 |
| 8 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,415 |
| 9 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 10 Amarawati APMC | ₹9,325 |
| 11 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 12 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
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.
At ₹1,708 (18.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
055-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 5 days, Cotton prices at Kanakagiri APMC ranged between ₹8,912 and ₹9,400, with the average around ₹9,183. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,371 | ₹9,375 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹8,912 | ₹9,169 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,979 | ₹9,110 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹9,008 | ₹9,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,201 | ₹9,133 | ₹9,161 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Cotton yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kanakagiri APMC posted this Cotton rate on 04 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.