From today's trading desk on 29 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,250 per quintal in Macharla APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Macharla APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,250
- Lowest Price Today₹9,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bunny)
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 13.7% above the period average — just 2.6% 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 29 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,790 |
| 2 Macharla APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 3 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 5 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 7 Markapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Cumbum APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹7,760 |
| 11 Yerragondapalem APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 12 Parchur APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
At ₹2,290 (30.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Macharla APMC ranged between ₹7,650 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹8,138. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹9,250 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,250 |
| 28 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,150 | ₹8,150 | ₹8,150 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,950 | ₹7,950 | ₹7,950 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,950 | ₹7,950 | ₹7,950 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,950 | ₹7,950 | ₹7,950 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,050 | ₹8,050 | ₹8,050 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,850 | ₹7,850 | ₹7,850 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,950 | ₹7,950 | ₹7,950 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,850 | ₹7,850 | ₹7,850 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Macharla APMC logged this Cotton rate on 29 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.