Turning to the 29 Aug 2026 APMC board, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,300 per quintal in Jammalamadugu APMC. See where this sits in the day's Cotton range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Desi)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 5.2% above the period average, and just 2.4% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 29 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jammalamadugu APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,790 |
| 2 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 3 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 4 Macharla APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 5 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 6 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Anjar APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 8 Vankaner APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 10 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 11 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,100 |
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.
At ₹1,690 (20.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Jammalamadugu APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹7,893. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 28 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Jammalamadugu APMC on 29 Aug 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.