Reading today's price tape for 29 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,005 per quintal in Mathura APMC. This is one of several Cotton rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Mathura APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,005
- Lowest Price Today₹8,005
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,005
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 3-Day Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 13.8% above the period average, sitting just 1.2% 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 29 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chitradurga APMC Leader | ₹10,459 |
| 2 Ranebennur APMC | ₹10,450 |
| 3 Muzzafarnagar APMC | ₹9,805 |
| 4 Gooti APMC | ₹9,790 |
| 5 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,629 |
| 6 Adoni APMC | ₹9,629 |
| 7 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,629 |
| 8 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,455 |
| 9 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 10 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,333 |
| 11 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 12 Macharla APMC | ₹9,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹1,209 (13.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
053-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 3 days, Cotton prices at Mathura APMC ranged between ₹5,050 and ₹8,100, with the average around ₹7,036. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹8,005 | ₹8,005 | ₹8,005 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,055 | ₹5,050 | ₹5,053 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹8,011 | ₹8,051 |
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
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Mathura APMC on 29 Aug 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.