As the 31 Jul 2026 session wrapped up, Cotton climbed 155.47% in a single session, with the modal rate pushing up to ₹9,250 per quintal. Such a quick climb usually signals demand outrunning the day's arrivals.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,580
- Lowest Price Today₹3,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Jul 2026
- CommodityCotton (Cotton (Unginned))
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 3.9% above the period average and just 4.9% 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 31 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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.
The ₹662 (7.3%) 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 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹9,730, with the average around ₹8,903. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹9,530 | ₹6,405 | ₹9,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,580 | ₹3,750 | ₹9,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,505 | ₹6,290 | ₹9,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,555 | ₹6,230 | ₹9,175 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,430 | ₹6,295 | ₹9,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹9,355 | ₹4,250 | ₹9,125 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,355 | ₹3,750 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,255 | ₹6,150 | ₹9,055 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,030 | ₹6,020 | ₹8,900 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,330 | ₹7,205 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,730 | ₹5,650 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,430 | ₹4,105 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹5,730 | ₹9,125 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,230 | ₹6,005 | ₹8,900 |
| 14 Jul | ₹9,180 | ₹5,735 | ₹8,825 |
| 13 Jul | ₹9,355 | ₹3,650 | ₹9,125 |
| 11 Jul | ₹9,105 | ₹5,380 | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Jul | ₹9,205 | ₹5,390 | ₹8,880 |
| 09 Jul | ₹9,105 | ₹5,735 | ₹8,800 |
| 08 Jul | ₹9,155 | ₹5,005 | ₹8,900 |
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
Farmers comparing Cotton rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Cotton had a notable up-day on 31 Jul 2026. Keeping an eye on daily rates, arrival volumes and nearby markets over the next few sessions will show whether the move sticks.
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.