Looking at how the yards traded on 16 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,253 per quintal in Thara(Shihori) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Thara(Shihori) APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,400
- Lowest Price Today₹9,105
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,253
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (RCH-2)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 2.6% above the period average, sitting just 1.6% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹12,990 |
| 2 Arasikere APMC | ₹12,400 |
| 3 Bailahongal APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 4 Saharanpur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 5 Talikot APMC | ₹9,983 |
| 6 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,867 |
| 7 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 8 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 9 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,778 |
| 10 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 11 Dhari APMC | ₹9,735 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,730 |
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.
At ₹3,260 (33.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
054-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 4 days, Cotton prices at Thara(Shihori) APMC ranged between ₹8,360 and ₹9,400, with the average around ₹9,014. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹9,400 | ₹9,105 | ₹9,253 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,175 | ₹8,360 | ₹8,768 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,175 | ₹9,105 | ₹9,140 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,125 | ₹8,665 | ₹8,895 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Thara(Shihori) APMC on 16 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.