In the day's wholesale-price digest for 03 Sep 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,100 per quintal in Cumbum APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹7,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date03 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Cotton is about 1.7% above the period average — just 2.4% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 03 Sep 2026, so you can see where Cumbum APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,729 |
| 2 Macharla APMC | ₹9,050 |
| 3 Prathipadu APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 6 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Cumbum APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 8 Markapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Manawar APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 10 Parchur APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Krosuru APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Durgi APMC | ₹7,200 |
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 ₹2,529 (35.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Cumbum APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹8,300, with the average around ₹7,964. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,100 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,100 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,100 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,100 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,100 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,900 | ₹7,950 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,900 | ₹7,950 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,900 | ₹7,950 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,900 | ₹7,950 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,850 | ₹7,900 |
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
Farmers comparing Cotton rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Cumbum APMC logged this Cotton rate on 03 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.