Checking the day's mandi numbers for 01 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,200 per quintal in Darsi APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Darsi 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₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date01 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Desi)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cotton is about 0.0% above the period average — right at 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 01 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kustagi APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Gooti APMC | ₹9,745 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 4 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 5 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Macharla APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Cumbum APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 9 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Sattenapalli APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 11 Chilakaluripet APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹7,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹2,500 (33.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Darsi APMC ranged between ₹8,100 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹8,200. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 26 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
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
The headline Cotton rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Darsi APMC on 01 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.