Checking the day's mandi numbers for 31 Jul 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,235 per quintal in Raichur APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Cotton today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,293
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,235
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Jul 2026
- CommodityCotton (H4)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 7.0% above the period average, sitting just 0.7% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vijayapura APMC Leader | ₹9,762 |
| 2 Adoni APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 3 Gooti APMC | ₹9,501 |
| 4 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,501 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 6 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,305 |
| 7 Amarawati APMC | ₹9,275 |
| 8 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 9 Raichur APMC | ₹9,235 |
| 10 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,169 |
| 11 Warangal APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 12 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹662 (7.3%) 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 Raichur APMC ranged between ₹6,800 and ₹9,300, with the average around ₹8,631. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul | ₹9,293 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,235 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,290 | ₹9,148 | ₹9,155 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,202 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,179 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,233 | ₹9,197 | ₹9,227 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹7,100 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,231 | ₹9,228 | ₹9,231 |
| 16 Jul | ₹9,231 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,930 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,280 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,997 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Jul | ₹9,281 | ₹6,900 | ₹9,266 |
| 09 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 08 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,300 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Raichur APMC on 31 Jul 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.