With the 12 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Cotton was quoted at ₹6,900 per quintal in Mylavaram APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,900
- Lowest Price Today₹6,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bunny)
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.
This puts Cotton about 1.9% below the period average, and just 3.5% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muradabad APMC Leader | ₹15,332 |
| 2 Muzzafarnagar APMC | ₹12,375 |
| 3 Ranebennur APMC | ₹10,404 |
| 4 Bhikangaon APMC | ₹9,780 |
| 5 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 6 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,693 |
| 7 Gooti APMC | ₹9,679 |
| 8 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,555 |
| 9 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,549 |
| 10 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 12 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,375 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
A spread of ₹5,957 (63.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Mylavaram APMC ranged between ₹6,900 and ₹7,150, with the average around ₹7,036. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,150 | ₹7,150 | ₹7,150 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,150 | ₹7,150 | ₹7,150 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
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
Before carting Cotton to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Mylavaram APMC on 12 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.