In the day's wholesale-price digest for 12 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Narasaraopet APMC. See where this sits in the day's Cotton range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bunny)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cotton is about 2.7% below the period average, sitting just 11.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,679 |
| 2 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 3 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Yerragondapalem APMC | ₹7,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹2,279 (30.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Narasaraopet APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,222. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
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
For Cotton, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Narasaraopet APMC on 12 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.