Turning to the 19 Aug 2026 APMC board, Darsi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,200 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What Put Darsi APMC on Top Today
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Desi)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
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.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Darsi APMC Leader | ₹8,200 |
| 2 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 3 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
That ₹200 (2.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Darsi APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹8,196. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Cotton, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 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.