In the latest market update for 04 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,600 per quintal in Durgi APMC. This is one of several Cotton rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
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₹7,800
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Cotton is about 3.8% below the period average — just 20.8% 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 04 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chitradurga APMC Leader | ₹10,958 |
| 2 Ranebennur APMC | ₹10,454 |
| 3 Kustagi APMC | ₹10,075 |
| 4 Adoni APMC | ₹9,771 |
| 5 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,771 |
| 6 Gooti APMC | ₹9,721 |
| 7 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,468 |
| 8 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,415 |
| 9 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 10 Amarawati APMC | ₹9,325 |
| 11 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 12 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
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.
The ₹1,708 (18.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Durgi APMC ranged between ₹7,200 and ₹9,600, with the average around ₹7,900. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,900 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹8,999 | ₹9,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,400 |
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
Going to the top Cotton market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Durgi APMC on 04 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.