From today's trading desk on 12 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,900 per quintal in The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,250
- Lowest Price Today₹6,150
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Cotton is about 5.0% above the period average — just 4.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khair APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Gundlupet APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Santhesargur APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 4 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 6 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,833 |
| 7 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 8 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 9 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 10 Talikot APMC | ₹9,586 |
| 11 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,570 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹4,430 (46.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹10,325, with the average around ₹9,431. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹10,250 | ₹6,150 | ₹9,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹5,500 | ₹8,975 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,075 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,100 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,375 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,975 | ₹5,200 | ₹9,450 |
| 21 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,075 | ₹4,650 | ₹9,850 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,075 | ₹5,800 | ₹9,775 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,075 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,875 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,250 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,300 | ₹8,500 | ₹10,025 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,225 | ₹5,450 | ₹10,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,225 | ₹6,400 | ₹9,975 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,025 | ₹5,950 | ₹9,825 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,025 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,700 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,825 | ₹4,650 | ₹9,350 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,700 | ₹5,200 | ₹9,275 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,675 | ₹5,025 | ₹9,250 |
| 31 Aug | ₹9,925 | ₹4,950 | ₹9,300 |
| 29 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹9,400 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Cotton today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC on 12 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.