Turning to the 12 Oct 2026 APMC board, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,475 per quintal in Hadad APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,675
- Lowest Price Today₹8,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,475
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Shanker 6 (B) 30mm FIne)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 2.6% above the period average and just 7.4% 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 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Hadad APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khair APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Gundlupet APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 5 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,833 |
| 6 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 8 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,626 |
| 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.
At ₹4,430 (46.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Hadad APMC ranged between ₹7,700 and ₹9,150, with the average around ₹8,258. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹8,850 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,550 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,875 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,475 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,675 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,475 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,050 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,050 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,125 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,025 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,125 | ₹8,850 | ₹9,011 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹8,950 | ₹9,050 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,050 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹8,850 | ₹9,050 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,851 | ₹8,851 | ₹8,851 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,100 |
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
Going to the top Cotton market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
Net-net, Hadad APMC posted this Cotton rate on 12 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.