As fresh arrivals settled on 31 Jul 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,275 per quintal in Amarawati APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Cotton yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,550
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,275
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Jul 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 2.8% above the period average and just 3.4% 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 31 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vijayapura APMC Leader | ₹9,762 |
| 2 Adoni APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 3 Gooti APMC | ₹9,501 |
| 4 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,501 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 6 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,305 |
| 7 Amarawati APMC | ₹9,275 |
| 8 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 9 Raichur APMC | ₹9,235 |
| 10 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,169 |
| 11 Warangal APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 12 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,100 |
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 ₹662 (7.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Amarawati APMC ranged between ₹8,500 and ₹9,600, with the average around ₹9,018. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,550 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,275 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,550 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,275 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,450 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,225 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,350 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,125 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,250 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,025 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,250 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,025 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,250 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,025 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,250 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,025 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,250 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,025 |
| 16 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,100 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,100 |
| 14 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,100 |
| 13 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,100 |
| 11 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,050 |
| 10 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,050 |
| 09 Jul | ₹9,100 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,950 |
| 08 Jul | ₹9,100 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,950 |
| 07 Jul | ₹9,100 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,950 |
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
The headline Cotton rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Amarawati APMC posted this Cotton rate on 31 Jul 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.