Reading today's price tape for 06 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,450 per quintal in The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,875
- Lowest Price Today₹4,350
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Cotton is about 2.6% above the period average — just 4.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 06 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kustagi APMC Leader | ₹10,100 |
| 2 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,782 |
| 3 Adoni APMC | ₹9,501 |
| 4 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,475 |
| 5 Gooti APMC | ₹9,459 |
| 6 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 7 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 8 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 9 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 10 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,240 |
| 11 Kodumur APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 12 Prathipadu APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹1,100 (12.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC ranged between ₹4,200 and ₹9,925, with the average around ₹9,214. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹9,875 | ₹4,350 | ₹9,450 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,925 | ₹5,900 | ₹9,375 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,825 | ₹5,450 | ₹9,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,875 | ₹5,275 | ₹9,325 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,775 | ₹6,475 | ₹9,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,875 | ₹5,025 | ₹9,375 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,875 | ₹5,800 | ₹9,325 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,775 | ₹5,250 | ₹9,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,525 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹5,150 | ₹9,150 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,550 | ₹5,750 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,450 | ₹4,250 | ₹9,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,400 | ₹4,600 | ₹9,150 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,475 | ₹5,125 | ₹9,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,650 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹9,775 | ₹5,250 | ₹9,075 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹9,275 |
| 14 Jul | ₹9,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹9,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹9,725 | ₹4,200 | ₹9,250 |
| 11 Jul | ₹9,575 | ₹5,100 | ₹9,175 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Cotton today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
To wrap up, The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC logged this Cotton rate on 06 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.