Across the reporting yards on 24 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,529 per quintal in Haathras APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹8,100
- Lowest Price Today₹7,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,529
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its Today Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.0% above the period average and just 7.0% 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 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Raichur APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Muzzafarnagar APMC | ₹9,805 |
| 3 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,719 |
| 4 Gooti APMC | ₹9,675 |
| 5 Babra APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 6 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,575 |
| 7 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 8 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 9 Prathipadu APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Macharla APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Yalburga APMC | ₹8,910 |
| 12 Jammikunta APMC | ₹8,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹1,200 (13.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05Today's Price Snapshot
Over the today, Cotton prices at Haathras APMC ranged between ₹7,250 and ₹8,100, with the average around ₹7,529. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Haathras APMC posted this Cotton rate on 24 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.