Turning to the 31 Aug 2026 APMC board, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Macharla APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹9,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bunny)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 16.1% above the period average, and right at 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 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,619 |
| 2 Macharla APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,370 |
| 4 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,272 |
| 5 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 APMC KHAMBHA APMC | ₹8,450 |
| 8 Jammikunta APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 9 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 10 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 11 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹8,175 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,444 (17.7%) 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 Macharla APMC ranged between ₹7,650 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹8,182. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Cotton, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Macharla APMC on 31 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.