From today's trading desk on 23 Aug 2026, Kustagi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,600 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Cotton, making it the day's standout.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,600
- Lowest Price Today₹8,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,600
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 10.5% below the period average, sitting just 14.9% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kustagi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Achnera APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Kustagi APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 3 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,100 |
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.
At ₹500 (6.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Kustagi APMC ranged between ₹8,600 and ₹10,100, with the average around ₹9,609. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹9,300 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,100 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,086 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,446 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,693 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,625 | ₹9,828 |
| 09 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,100 | ₹10,100 | ₹10,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,100 | ₹10,100 | ₹10,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,100 | ₹10,025 | ₹10,075 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 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
When picking where to sell Cotton, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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 sum up, Kustagi APMC led Cotton on 23 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.