Pulling together the 28 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,900 per quintal in Markapur APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,900
- Lowest Price Today₹7,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,900
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Desi)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cotton is about 1.1% above the period average — just 1.3% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 28 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,550 |
| 2 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Markapur APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 5 Yerragondapalem APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 Durgi APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 7 Mylavaram APMC | ₹6,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹2,650 (38.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Markapur APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,817. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
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
The day's best Cotton rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Markapur APMC logged this Cotton rate on 28 Aug 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.