In the mandi rate roundup for 29 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in APMC HALVAD APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
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₹9,255
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 4.7% above the period average and just 2.8% short of 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 29 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranebennur APMC Leader | ₹10,450 |
| 2 Muzzafarnagar APMC | ₹9,805 |
| 3 Gooti APMC | ₹9,790 |
| 4 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,629 |
| 5 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,455 |
| 6 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 7 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,333 |
| 8 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 9 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 10 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 11 Macharla APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Dhari APMC | ₹9,225 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹1,225 (13.3%) 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 4-Day Trend
Over the last 4 days, Cotton prices at APMC HALVAD APMC ranged between ₹7,275 and ₹9,255, with the average around ₹8,594. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹9,255 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,750 | ₹8,750 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,100 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,875 |
| 24 Aug | ₹7,905 | ₹7,275 | ₹7,750 |
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
The headline Cotton rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Net-net, APMC HALVAD APMC posted this Cotton rate on 29 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.