Pulling together the 01 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Gooti APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,745 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Cotton today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,874
- Lowest Price Today₹9,632
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,745
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date01 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bramha)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Cotton is about 5.5% above the period average — just 1.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 01 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,745 |
| 2 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 3 Macharla APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Chilakaluripet APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Parchur APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹2,995 (44.4%) 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Gooti APMC ranged between ₹7,220 and ₹9,889, with the average around ₹9,235. 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 | ₹9,874 | ₹9,632 | ₹9,745 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,889 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,501 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,609 | ₹7,220 | ₹9,491 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,899 | ₹7,679 | ₹8,535 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,575 | ₹9,179 | ₹9,367 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,956 | ₹8,787 | ₹8,887 |
| 26 Jul | ₹9,010 | ₹8,787 | ₹8,890 |
| 25 Jul | ₹9,800 | ₹8,680 | ₹9,429 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,550 | ₹9,050 | ₹9,230 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,550 | ₹8,209 | ₹9,279 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton found its strongest bid at Gooti APMC on 01 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.