Going by the latest APMC figures for 31 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,870 per quintal in Achnera 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
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₹8,100
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,870
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 0.5% above the period average, and just 14.5% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vijayapura APMC Leader | ₹9,812 |
| 2 Adoni APMC | ₹9,639 |
| 3 Gooti APMC | ₹9,619 |
| 4 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Macharla APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,370 |
| 7 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 8 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,272 |
| 9 Ramdurga APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 10 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 11 Kukshi APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 12 Prathipadu APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹812 (9.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Achnera APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹9,200, with the average around ₹7,832. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,870 |
| 30 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,421 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,991 |
| 28 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,684 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,140 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,111 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,314 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Achnera APMC on 31 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.