Turning to the 24 Aug 2026 APMC board, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,250 per quintal in Jasdan APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
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₹9,935
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Shanker 6 (B) 30mm FIne)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 3.0% above the period average, and just 6.9% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Raichur APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Muzzafarnagar APMC | ₹9,805 |
| 3 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,719 |
| 4 Gooti APMC | ₹9,675 |
| 5 Babra APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 6 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,575 |
| 7 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 8 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 9 Prathipadu APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Macharla APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Yalburga APMC | ₹8,910 |
| 12 Jammikunta APMC | ₹8,800 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,200 (13.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Jasdan APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,935, with the average around ₹8,977. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹9,935 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹9,765 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,910 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,755 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,375 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,815 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,760 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,795 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,375 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,740 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,690 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,685 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,375 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,650 | ₹8,625 | ₹9,425 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,595 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,575 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,575 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,750 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,480 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,665 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,790 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,250 |
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
For Cotton, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Jasdan APMC on 24 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.