Turning to the 26 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. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Cotton.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Desi)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 26 Aug 2026, so you can see where Darsi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Darsi APMC Leader | ₹8,200 |
| 2 Markapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹200 (2.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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 ₹8,197. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Cotton rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 26 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.