As the 19 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,245 per quintal in Thara APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Cotton today.
01What Put Thara APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,510
- Lowest Price Today₹8,980
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,245
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (RCH-2)
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.
Today's rate is about 0.4% below the period average and just 7.8% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹10,790 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,997 |
| 3 Talikot APMC | ₹9,941 |
| 4 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,925 |
| 5 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,865 |
| 6 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 7 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 8 APMC Kille Dharur APMC | ₹9,702 |
| 9 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 10 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 11 Babra APMC | ₹9,645 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,635 |
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 ₹1,155 (12.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Thara APMC ranged between ₹8,555 and ₹10,025, with the average around ₹9,285. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹9,510 | ₹8,980 | ₹9,245 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,040 | ₹9,270 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,685 | ₹9,160 | ₹9,423 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,555 | ₹9,265 | ₹9,410 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,450 | ₹8,770 | ₹9,110 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,590 | ₹8,910 | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,025 | ₹8,555 | ₹9,290 |
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
The day's best Cotton rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Oct 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Thara APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.