As fresh arrivals settled on 24 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Parchur APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Cotton arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹700
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 2.2% above the period average, and just 6.3% 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 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,675 |
| 2 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,575 |
| 3 Macharla APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Cumbum APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 6 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 7 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Markapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Yerragondapalem APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 10 Parchur APMC | ₹7,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹2,175 (29.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Parchur APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,338. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹700 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,700 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 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 |
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
For Cotton, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Parchur APMC on 24 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.