Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Aug 2026, The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,800 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,150
- Lowest Price Today₹4,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 5.5% above the period average, sitting just 3.4% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC Leader | ₹9,800 |
| 2 Gooti APMC | ₹9,511 |
| 3 Karaikal APMC | ₹9,283 |
| 4 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 5 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 7 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 9 Macharla APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 10 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Sattenapalli APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Cumbum APMC | ₹7,950 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹1,850 (23.3%) 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 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹10,150, with the average around ₹9,293. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹10,150 | ₹4,450 | ₹9,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,025 | ₹5,400 | ₹9,625 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,950 | ₹5,050 | ₹9,450 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,925 | ₹5,250 | ₹9,450 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,925 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,225 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,875 | ₹4,150 | ₹9,575 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,550 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Cotton, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC led Cotton on 17 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.