As the 12 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,625 per quintal in Jamnagar APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,925
- Lowest Price Today₹9,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,625
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
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 12.2% above the period average and just 30.0% 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 Jamnagar 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 Santhesargur APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 4 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 6 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,833 |
| 7 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 8 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 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.
That ₹4,430 (46.3%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Jamnagar APMC ranged between ₹4,750 and ₹13,755, with the average around ₹8,578. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹9,925 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,625 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,750 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,845 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹6,850 | ₹8,875 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹9,195 |
| 21 Sep | ₹10,250 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,875 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,975 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹9,125 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,875 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,225 | ₹8,850 | ₹9,935 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,025 | ₹7,625 | ₹9,275 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,350 | ₹6,450 | ₹8,975 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,200 | ₹9,450 | ₹10,050 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,525 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,525 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,250 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,875 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,750 | ₹6,700 | ₹8,850 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,775 | ₹9,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹5,250 | ₹8,150 |
| 18 Aug | ₹13,755 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,125 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,450 | ₹5,500 | ₹8,650 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Oct 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Jamnagar 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.