In the latest market update for 26 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,602 per quintal in Haathras APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,854
- Lowest Price Today₹7,953
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,602
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 3-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cotton is about 9.4% above the period average — just 2.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 26 Aug 2026, so you can see where Haathras APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Babra APMC Leader | ₹9,615 |
| 2 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 5 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,155 |
| 6 Khargone APMC | ₹9,125 |
| 7 Achnera APMC | ₹9,111 |
| 8 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,950 |
| 9 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹8,875 |
| 10 Haathras APMC | ₹8,602 |
| 11 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹1,415 (17.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
053-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 3 days, Cotton prices at Haathras APMC ranged between ₹7,250 and ₹8,854, with the average around ₹7,862. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹8,854 | ₹7,953 | ₹8,602 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,455 | ₹7,455 | ₹7,455 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,529 |
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
Going to the top Cotton market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Haathras APMC logged this Cotton rate on 26 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.