In the latest market update for 20 Aug 2026, Mantralayam APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,710 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Cotton, making it the day's standout.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,990
- Lowest Price Today₹5,790
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,710
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bramha)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Cotton is about 1.3% above the period average — just 6.1% 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 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mantralayam APMC Leader | ₹9,710 |
| 2 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,605 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 Gooti APMC | ₹9,570 |
| 5 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 7 Prathipadu APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹8,830 |
| 9 Jammikunta APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 10 Savarkundla APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 11 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
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.
That ₹1,410 (17.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Mantralayam APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹10,340, with the average around ₹9,586. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹9,990 | ₹5,790 | ₹9,710 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,929 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,570 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,950 | ₹6,580 | ₹9,610 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,340 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,589 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,340 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,589 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,330 | ₹3,500 | ₹9,579 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,209 | ₹7,100 | ₹9,689 |
| 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
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton found its strongest bid at Mantralayam APMC on 20 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.