As the 04 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,100 per quintal in Raichur APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
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₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,050
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (H4)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 5.0% above the period average, and just 9.0% short of 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 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Raichur APMC ranged between ₹6,700 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹8,663. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹7,050 | ₹9,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹6,700 | ₹9,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,293 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,235 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,290 | ₹9,148 | ₹9,155 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,202 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,179 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,233 | ₹9,197 | ₹9,227 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹7,100 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,231 | ₹9,228 | ₹9,231 |
| 16 Jul | ₹9,231 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,930 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,280 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,997 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Jul | ₹9,281 | ₹6,900 | ₹9,266 |
| 09 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
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
When picking where to sell Cotton, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Raichur APMC on 04 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.