From today's trading desk on 21 Jul 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,727 per quintal in Mahabubabad APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,727
- Lowest Price Today₹7,822
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,727
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Jul 2026
- CommodityCotton (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 3.9% above the period average, sitting just 2.8% 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 21 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹13,974 |
| 2 Chitradurga APMC | ₹10,096 |
| 3 Adoni APMC | ₹9,401 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 5 Amarawati APMC | ₹9,025 |
| 6 Raichur APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Santhesargur APMC | ₹8,950 |
| 9 Jasdan APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 10 Mahabubabad APMC | ₹8,727 |
| 11 Kukshi APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 12 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹5,374 (62.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Mahabubabad APMC ranged between ₹6,066 and ₹8,980, with the average around ₹8,397. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Jul | ₹8,980 | ₹7,377 | ₹8,980 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,888 | ₹7,888 | ₹7,888 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,780 | ₹7,466 | ₹8,780 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,727 | ₹7,822 | ₹8,727 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,789 | ₹7,689 | ₹7,689 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,749 | ₹6,066 | ₹8,749 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,826 | ₹7,376 | ₹8,826 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,562 | ₹7,538 | ₹7,538 |
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
The day's best Cotton rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Mahabubabad APMC on 21 Jul 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.