In the mandi rate roundup for 30 Aug 2026, Achnera APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,503 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Cotton today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,800
- Lowest Price Today₹8,420
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,503
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date30 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 4.0% above the period average, and just 7.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 30 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Achnera APMC Leader | ₹8,503 |
| 2 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 3 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 5 Markapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Yerragondapalem APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 7 Badwani APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Durgi APMC | ₹7,500 |
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 ₹1,003 (13.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Achnera APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,200, with the average around ₹8,172. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,420 | ₹8,503 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,991 |
| 28 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,684 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,140 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,111 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,314 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹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
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
The takeaway: Achnera APMC was the market to beat for Cotton on 30 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.