In the mandi rate roundup for 28 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Narasaraopet APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Narasaraopet APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bunny)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 3.8% above the period average, and just 5.6% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 28 Aug 2026, so you can see where Narasaraopet APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,550 |
| 2 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 6 Markapur APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 7 Yerragondapalem APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 8 Durgi APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 9 Mylavaram APMC | ₹6,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
A spread of ₹2,650 (38.4%) 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 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Narasaraopet APMC reported Cotton at this level on 28 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.