Pulling together the 17 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,300 per quintal in Jammalamadugu APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Jammalamadugu APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
At this level, Cotton is about 2.7% above the period average, sitting just 2.4% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vijayapura APMC Leader | ₹9,858 |
| 2 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,825 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Vadali APMC | ₹9,778 |
| 5 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 6 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 7 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,748 |
| 8 Dhari APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 9 Babra APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 10 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,678 |
| 11 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,605 |
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 ₹253 (2.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Jammalamadugu APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹8,078. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
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
Selling Cotton well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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 Jammalamadugu APMC on 17 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.