Checking the day's mandi numbers for 27 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,705 per quintal in Gondal APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Gondal APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,805
- Lowest Price Today₹5,855
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,705
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (H.B (Unginned))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cotton is about 6.5% above the period average — just 1.0% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 27 Aug 2026, so you can see where Gondal APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹12,863 |
| 2 Dharwar APMC | ₹10,499 |
| 3 Gooti APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 4 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,720 |
| 5 Gondal APMC | ₹9,705 |
| 6 Adoni APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 7 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,484 |
| 9 Ramdurga APMC | ₹9,460 |
| 10 Gadag APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 11 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹3,613 (39.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Gondal APMC ranged between ₹5,255 and ₹9,805, with the average around ₹9,113. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹9,805 | ₹5,855 | ₹9,705 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,805 | ₹5,705 | ₹9,005 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,555 | ₹5,505 | ₹9,055 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,555 | ₹5,855 | ₹9,530 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,280 | ₹5,505 | ₹9,080 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,305 | ₹5,555 | ₹9,130 |
| 09 Jul | ₹9,155 | ₹5,505 | ₹9,080 |
| 30 Jun | ₹9,055 | ₹5,705 | ₹8,930 |
| 24 Jun | ₹9,105 | ₹5,255 | ₹8,505 |
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
Farmers comparing Cotton rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Gondal APMC logged this Cotton rate on 27 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.