Turning to the 02 Sep 2026 APMC board, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,200 per quintal in Darsi APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Cotton yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Cotton arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date02 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Desi)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 0.1% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 02 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,769 |
| 2 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Sattenapalli APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Markapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹1,769 (22.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
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 ₹8,195. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,100 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 30 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 28 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Cotton to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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 a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Darsi APMC on 02 Sep 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.