In the price report dated 13 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,375 per quintal in Taleja APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Cotton markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,995
- Lowest Price Today₹8,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,375
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Shanker 6 (B) 30mm FIne)
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 11.8% above the period average and just 6.9% 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 13 Oct 2026, so you can see where Taleja APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹13,876 |
| 2 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 4 Dhari APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 5 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 6 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 7 Talikot APMC | ₹9,713 |
| 8 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 9 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,680 |
| 10 Vankaner APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 11 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 12 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,590 |
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.
That ₹4,286 (44.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Taleja APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,065, with the average around ₹8,385. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹9,995 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,375 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,065 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,035 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,965 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,480 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,105 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,655 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,425 | ₹5,965 | ₹7,695 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,100 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹5,955 | ₹7,230 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,685 | ₹9,425 | ₹9,555 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,590 | ₹7,700 | ₹8,645 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,700 | ₹8,735 | ₹9,220 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,580 | ₹7,510 | ₹8,545 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹7,700 | ₹8,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,470 | ₹7,240 | ₹8,355 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,650 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,255 | ₹7,625 | ₹8,440 |
| 01 Jul | ₹8,875 | ₹8,875 | ₹8,875 |
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
For Cotton, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Net-net, Taleja APMC posted this Cotton rate on 13 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.