In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Warangal APMC. This is one of several Cotton rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
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₹9,440
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Cotton (Unginned))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.9% below the period average and just 90.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹12,480 |
| 2 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,690 |
| 5 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,589 |
| 6 Gooti APMC | ₹9,511 |
| 7 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 8 Karaikal APMC | ₹9,283 |
| 9 Yalburga APMC | ₹9,260 |
| 10 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 11 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 12 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,150 |
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 ₹3,330 (36.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
055-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 5 days, Cotton prices at Warangal APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹93,500, with the average around ₹8,580. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹9,440 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,120 | ₹9,010 | ₹9,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹93,500 | ₹7,700 | ₹9,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,200 |
| 19 Jun | ₹8,105 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Cotton today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Warangal APMC posted this Cotton rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.