With the 19 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Warangal APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Cotton today.
01What Put Warangal APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,600
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Cotton (Unginned))
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% below the period average and just 90.9% 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 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Badwani APMC Leader | ₹9,970 |
| 2 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 3 Gooti APMC | ₹9,619 |
| 4 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,570 |
| 5 Adoni APMC | ₹9,570 |
| 6 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,555 |
| 7 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,475 |
| 8 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 9 Khammam APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 10 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,150 |
| 11 Jammikunta APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 12 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,086 |
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 ₹884 (9.7%) 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Warangal APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹93,500, with the average around ₹8,686. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,650 | ₹5,800 | ₹9,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,440 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,120 | ₹9,010 | ₹9,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹93,500 | ₹7,700 | ₹9,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,200 |
| 19 Jun | ₹8,105 | ₹6,000 | ₹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
If you're chasing the best rate for Cotton today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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, Warangal APMC posted this Cotton rate on 19 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.