In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,100 per quintal in Una APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,305
- Lowest Price Today₹8,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Shanker 4 31mm FIne)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cotton is about 3.1% below the period average — just 9.9% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Saharanpur APMC Leader | ₹15,900 |
| 2 Khair APMC | ₹11,450 |
| 3 Khetia APMC | ₹10,580 |
| 4 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,919 |
| 5 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 6 Savanur APMC | ₹9,677 |
| 7 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,665 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 9 Khargone APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 10 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 11 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,570 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,555 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹6,345 (66.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Una APMC ranged between ₹8,750 and ₹10,105, with the average around ₹9,394. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹9,305 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,100 |
| 20 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,050 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,625 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,755 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,775 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,900 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,105 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Cotton rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Una APMC logged this Cotton rate on 21 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.