Based on what the markets reported on 30 Jul 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,275 per quintal in Amarawati APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,550
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,275
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Jul 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 2.8% above the period average, sitting just 3.4% 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 30 Jul 2026, so you can see where Amarawati APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chitradurga APMC Leader | ₹17,615 |
| 2 Santhesargur APMC | ₹9,525 |
| 3 Adoni APMC | ₹9,501 |
| 4 Gooti APMC | ₹9,491 |
| 5 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,401 |
| 6 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,325 |
| 7 Amarawati APMC | ₹9,275 |
| 8 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 9 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 10 Raichur APMC | ₹9,155 |
| 11 Gadag APMC | ₹9,099 |
| 12 Prathipadu APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹8,615 (95.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Amarawati APMC ranged between ₹8,500 and ₹9,600, with the average around ₹9,018. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,550 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,275 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,550 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,275 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,450 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,225 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,350 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,125 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,250 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,025 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,250 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,025 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,250 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,025 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,250 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,025 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,250 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,025 |
| 16 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,100 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,100 |
| 14 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,100 |
| 13 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,100 |
| 11 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,050 |
| 10 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,050 |
| 09 Jul | ₹9,100 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,950 |
| 08 Jul | ₹9,100 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,950 |
| 07 Jul | ₹9,100 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,950 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Amarawati APMC on 30 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.