Pulling together the 21 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,700 per quintal in Gooti APMC. See where this sits in the day's Cotton range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Gooti APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,450
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,700
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bramha)
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.
At this level, Cotton is about 8.4% below the period average, sitting just 16.2% 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 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manawar APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Kukshi APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Karhi APMC | ₹8,801 |
| 4 Gooti APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 5 Macharla APMC | ₹8,550 |
| 6 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Cumbum APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 Markapur APMC | ₹8,200 |
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.
That ₹800 (9.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Gooti APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹10,380, with the average around ₹9,495. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹9,450 | ₹4,500 | ₹8,700 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,769 | ₹3,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,749 | ₹3,000 | ₹9,599 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,868 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,611 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,100 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,717 | ₹8,100 | ₹9,269 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,666 | ₹8,011 | ₹9,289 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,709 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,579 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,691 | ₹5,249 | ₹9,489 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,755 | ₹4,011 | ₹9,489 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,901 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,579 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹6,633 | ₹9,539 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,060 | ₹4,515 | ₹9,680 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,050 | ₹4,511 | ₹9,689 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,100 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,111 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,729 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,192 | ₹4,166 | ₹9,799 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,939 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,769 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,919 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,769 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,939 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,669 |
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
For Cotton, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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 Gooti APMC on 21 Oct 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.