Reading today's price tape for 23 Aug 2026, Darsi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,200 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Desi)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day 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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Darsi APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹8,197. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 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 |
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 day's best Cotton rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton found its strongest bid at Darsi APMC on 23 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.