In the latest market update for 04 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,450 per quintal in Adilabad APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,700
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Cotton (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.
At this level, Cotton is about 6.1% above the period average, sitting just 3.2% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 04 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kustagi APMC Leader | ₹10,075 |
| 2 Gooti APMC | ₹9,721 |
| 3 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,415 |
| 4 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 6 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 7 Kodumur APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Prathipadu APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Savarkundla APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 11 Krosuru 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.
The ₹1,875 (22.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Adilabad APMC ranged between ₹6,650 and ₹7,700, with the average around ₹7,021. 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 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,450 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,560 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,350 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,550 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,150 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,550 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,350 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,550 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,250 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,750 | ₹7,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,150 | ₹6,750 | ₹7,050 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,750 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,750 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,750 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,750 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,750 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,750 | ₹6,950 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,750 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,850 | ₹7,050 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 11 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,780 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,750 | ₹7,000 |
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 day's best Cotton rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Adilabad APMC on 04 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.