As fresh arrivals settled on 24 Sep 2026, Gooti APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,489 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What Put Gooti APMC on Top Today
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,691
- Lowest Price Today₹5,249
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,489
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bramha)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 0.3% below the period average, and just 8.6% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 24 Sep 2026, so you can see where Gooti APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,489 |
| 2 Macharla APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 6 Markapur APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 7 Yerragondapalem APMC | ₹7,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹1,689 (21.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹9,522. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹9,691 | ₹5,249 | ₹9,489 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,755 | ₹4,011 | ₹9,489 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,901 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,579 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹6,633 | ₹9,539 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,060 | ₹4,515 | ₹9,680 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,050 | ₹4,511 | ₹9,689 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,100 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,111 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,729 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,192 | ₹4,166 | ₹9,799 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,939 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,769 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,919 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,769 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,939 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,669 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,959 | ₹4,011 | ₹9,789 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,869 | ₹5,369 | ₹9,689 |
| 05 Sep | ₹9,961 | ₹5,211 | ₹9,769 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,949 | ₹5,269 | ₹9,729 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,050 | ₹5,469 | ₹9,769 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,990 | ₹6,039 | ₹9,639 |
| 31 Aug | ₹9,970 | ₹4,419 | ₹9,619 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,889 | ₹6,616 | ₹9,790 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Gooti APMC was the market to beat for Cotton on 24 Sep 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.