Looking at how the yards traded on 23 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,400 per quintal in Babra APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,900
- Lowest Price Today₹8,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Shanker 6 (B) 30mm FIne)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 4.7% above the period average, sitting just 9.2% 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 23 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bailahongal APMC Leader | ₹12,207 |
| 2 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,715 |
| 4 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 6 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,595 |
| 7 APMC Ralegaon APMC | ₹9,511 |
| 8 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,505 |
| 9 Viramgam APMC | ₹9,490 |
| 10 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,475 |
| 11 Gooti APMC | ₹9,475 |
| 12 Kalawad APMC | ₹9,465 |
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.
The ₹2,742 (29.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Babra APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹10,350, with the average around ₹8,979. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹9,900 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,400 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,850 | ₹9,105 | ₹9,475 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,875 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,535 |
| 19 Oct | ₹10,045 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,645 |
| 17 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,700 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,055 | ₹9,025 | ₹9,540 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,050 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,375 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,350 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,525 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,300 | ₹8,605 | ₹9,450 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,150 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,675 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,050 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,575 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,200 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,725 |
| 22 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹10,100 | ₹8,850 | ₹9,475 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,105 | ₹9,050 | ₹9,575 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,180 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,370 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,320 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,785 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,350 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,525 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,450 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,810 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,255 |
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
When picking where to sell Cotton, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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 Babra APMC on 23 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.