Based on what the markets reported on 05 Aug 2026, Gooti APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,771 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Cotton today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,154
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,771
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bramha)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 4.5% above the period average, sitting just 3.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 05 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,771 |
| 2 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 3 Ipur APMC | ₹7,850 |
| 4 Parchur APMC | ₹7,250 |
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.
That ₹2,521 (34.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Gooti APMC ranged between ₹6,035 and ₹10,154, with the average around ₹9,347. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹10,154 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,771 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,010 | ₹6,035 | ₹9,721 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,829 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,650 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,507 | ₹8,790 | ₹9,355 |
| 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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Gooti APMC led Cotton on 05 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.