Going by the latest APMC figures for 28 Aug 2026, Gooti APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,550 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,920
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,550
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bramha)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 1.4% above the period average, and just 8.0% 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 28 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,550 |
| 2 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 6 Markapur APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 7 Yerragondapalem APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 8 Durgi APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 9 Mylavaram APMC | ₹6,900 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,650 (38.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Gooti APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹10,380, with the average around ₹9,422. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹9,920 | ₹3,000 | ₹9,550 |
| 27 Aug | ₹10,040 | ₹4,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹10,040 | ₹4,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,939 | ₹4,519 | ₹9,675 |
| 22 Aug | ₹9,890 | ₹5,680 | ₹9,450 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,990 | ₹5,790 | ₹9,719 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,929 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,570 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,950 | ₹6,580 | ₹9,619 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,999 | ₹4,419 | ₹7,480 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,369 | ₹6,390 | ₹9,511 |
| 15 Aug | ₹10,369 | ₹6,390 | ₹9,511 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,380 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,589 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,250 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,540 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,350 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,679 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,330 | ₹4,500 | ₹9,579 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,150 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,469 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,205 | ₹7,100 | ₹9,689 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,851 | ₹6,780 | ₹9,501 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,002 | ₹7,350 | ₹9,459 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,154 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,771 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Gooti APMC was the market to beat for Cotton on 28 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead 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.