Going by the latest APMC figures for 04 Nov 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,875 per quintal in Palitana APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,875
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Nov 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 2.4% below the period average and just 9.2% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 04 Nov 2026, so you can see where Palitana APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mahuva(Station Road) APMC Leader | ₹15,540 |
| 2 Dharwar APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 3 Santhesargur APMC | ₹12,335 |
| 4 Sailana APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Indi APMC | ₹9,680 |
| 6 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,557 |
| 7 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,392 |
| 8 Ballari APMC | ₹9,305 |
| 9 Parchur APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 10 APMC Akola APMC | ₹9,287 |
| 11 Babra APMC | ₹9,285 |
| 12 Talikot APMC | ₹9,284 |
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.
The ₹6,256 (67.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Palitana APMC ranged between ₹8,425 and ₹9,775, with the average around ₹9,096. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Nov | ₹9,000 | ₹8,750 | ₹8,875 |
| 03 Nov | ₹9,150 | ₹8,425 | ₹8,785 |
| 02 Nov | ₹9,200 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,050 |
| 30 Oct | ₹9,300 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,150 |
| 29 Oct | ₹9,175 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,835 |
| 28 Oct | ₹9,300 | ₹8,650 | ₹8,975 |
| 26 Oct | ₹9,455 | ₹8,770 | ₹9,115 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,475 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,185 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,525 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,260 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,550 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,150 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,650 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,775 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,235 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,725 | ₹8,760 | ₹9,240 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,775 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,260 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,125 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 04 Nov 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Palitana 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.