From today's trading desk on 31 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,272 per quintal in Kustagi APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Cotton today.
01What Put Kustagi APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,300
- Lowest Price Today₹9,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,272
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cotton is about 2.9% below the period average, sitting just 8.2% 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 31 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 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,619 |
| 2 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Macharla APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,370 |
| 5 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,272 |
| 6 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 7 Prathipadu APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 APMC KHAMBHA APMC | ₹8,450 |
| 11 Jammikunta APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 12 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹8,300 |
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 ₹1,319 (15.9%) 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-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Kustagi APMC ranged between ₹8,600 and ₹10,100, with the average around ₹9,547. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹9,300 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,272 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,333 |
| 27 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,119 |
| 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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Kustagi APMC on 31 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.