As fresh arrivals settled on 05 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,250 per quintal in Parchur APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Parchur APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,250
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 2.4% above the period average, and just 9.4% 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 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 Sattenapalli APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 5 Parchur APMC | ₹7,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹2,521 (34.8%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Parchur APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,079. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,700 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Parchur APMC reported Cotton at this level on 05 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.