Going by the latest APMC figures for 11 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Prathipadu APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Cotton today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,600
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bramha)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 0.0% above the period average, and just 59.1% 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 11 Aug 2026, so you can see where Prathipadu APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chitradurga APMC Leader | ₹10,792 |
| 2 Adoni APMC | ₹9,679 |
| 3 Gooti APMC | ₹9,579 |
| 4 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,579 |
| 5 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,515 |
| 6 Raichur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 9 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 10 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 11 Kodumur APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 12 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹1,542 (16.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Prathipadu APMC ranged between ₹8,500 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹9,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
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
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 Prathipadu APMC on 11 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.