As the 17 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Narasaraopet APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Cotton markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Narasaraopet APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bunny)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 2.3% below the period average, and just 11.1% 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 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹12,480 |
| 2 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,690 |
| 5 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,589 |
| 6 Gooti APMC | ₹9,511 |
| 7 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 8 Karaikal APMC | ₹9,283 |
| 9 Yalburga APMC | ₹9,260 |
| 10 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 11 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 12 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,150 |
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 ₹3,330 (36.4%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Narasaraopet APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,190. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Narasaraopet APMC reported Cotton at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.