Based on what the markets reported on 17 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,625 per quintal in Jamnagar APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Cotton today.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Cotton arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,025
- Lowest Price Today₹9,150
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,625
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Cotton is about 11.1% above the period average — just 30.0% 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 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sendhwa APMC Leader | ₹9,990 |
| 2 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,858 |
| 3 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,825 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 6 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 7 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,748 |
| 8 Dhari APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 9 Babra APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 10 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,678 |
| 11 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,605 |
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 ₹385 (4.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Jamnagar APMC ranged between ₹4,750 and ₹13,755, with the average around ₹8,662. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹10,025 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,625 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,900 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,725 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,925 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,725 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Jamnagar APMC on 17 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.