With the 05 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,722 per quintal in Mantralayam APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Mantralayam APMC on Top Today
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₹10,100
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,722
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bramha)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 1.7% above the period average and just 4.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹11,718 |
| 2 Kustagi APMC | ₹10,100 |
| 3 Gooti APMC | ₹9,771 |
| 4 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,722 |
| 5 Gondal APMC | ₹9,530 |
| 6 Adoni APMC | ₹9,459 |
| 7 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 9 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 10 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 11 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Warangal APMC | ₹9,100 |
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.
That ₹2,618 (28.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Mantralayam APMC ranged between ₹6,800 and ₹10,156, with the average around ₹9,560. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹10,100 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,722 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,156 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,771 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,829 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,680 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,829 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,650 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,889 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,501 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹7,220 | ₹9,401 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,677 | ₹9,179 | ₹9,339 |
| 25 Jul | ₹9,800 | ₹8,680 | ₹9,429 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,550 | ₹9,050 | ₹9,550 |
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
Bottom line: on 05 Aug 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Mantralayam APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.