From today's trading desk on 30 Aug 2026, Phirangipuram APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,100 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,700
- Lowest Price Today₹7,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,100
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date30 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Cotton (Unginned))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cotton is about 0.8% above the period average — just 6.9% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 30 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Phirangipuram APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 Markapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Yerragondapalem APMC | ₹7,700 |
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.
The ₹400 (5.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Phirangipuram APMC ranged between ₹7,100 and ₹8,700, with the average around ₹8,037. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹7,400 | ₹8,100 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,100 |
| 28 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,100 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹7,700 | ₹8,100 |
| 26 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹7,700 | ₹8,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,400 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹7,400 | ₹8,100 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
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
Selling Cotton well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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 short, Cotton found its strongest bid at Phirangipuram APMC on 30 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.