As fresh arrivals settled on 22 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,200 per quintal in Darsi APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Desi)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 0.0% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 22 Oct 2026, so you can see where Darsi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alirajpur APMC Leader | ₹9,200 |
| 2 Anjad APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Manawar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 6 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Markapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹1,200 (15.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Darsi APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹8,197. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 21 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 20 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Darsi APMC reported Cotton at this level on 22 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.