In the latest market update for 01 Aug 2026, Kustagi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,000 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
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date01 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Cotton is about 7.0% above the period average — right at 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 01 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kustagi APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Gooti APMC | ₹9,745 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 4 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 5 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Kodumur APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 7 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 8 Yerragondapalem APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 9 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 10 Macharla APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Cumbum APMC | ₹7,900 |
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 ₹2,100 (26.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 2 days, Cotton prices at Kustagi APMC ranged between ₹8,700 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹9,350. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 |
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
Selling Cotton well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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 short, Cotton found its strongest bid at Kustagi APMC on 01 Aug 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.