As the 17 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Darsi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,200 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Cotton, making it the day's standout.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Desi)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.0% above the period average and right at the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Darsi APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹8,196. 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 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Cotton yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Darsi APMC set the pace for Cotton. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.