Looking at how the yards traded on 29 Jul 2026, Ranebennur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,169 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Cotton today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,169
- Lowest Price Today₹11,169
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,169
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Jul 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
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 18.3% above the period average — just 6.7% 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 29 Jul 2026, so you can see where Ranebennur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranebennur APMC Leader | ₹11,169 |
| 2 Adoni APMC | ₹9,401 |
| 3 Raichur APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 4 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 5 Yalburga APMC | ₹9,227 |
| 6 Warangal APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 7 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,110 |
| 8 Prathipadu APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Kodumur APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 11 Gooti APMC | ₹8,535 |
| 12 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹2,869 (34.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Ranebennur APMC ranged between ₹3,786 and ₹11,969, with the average around ₹9,439. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Jul | ₹11,169 | ₹11,169 | ₹11,169 |
| 27 Jul | ₹11,969 | ₹3,909 | ₹7,939 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,701 | ₹8,596 | ₹9,648 |
| 23 Jul | ₹11,809 | ₹8,069 | ₹9,939 |
| 17 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹11,169 | ₹3,786 | ₹7,477 |
| 09 Jul | ₹11,029 | ₹8,769 | ₹9,899 |
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
Before carting Cotton to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton found its strongest bid at Ranebennur APMC on 29 Jul 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.