Based on what the markets reported on 23 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,600 per quintal in Anjar APMC. This is one of several Cotton rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
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₹9,752
- Lowest Price Today₹9,372
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Local)
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.
Right now Cotton is about 3.2% above the period average — just 3.7% 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 23 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bailahongal APMC Leader | ₹12,207 |
| 2 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,975 |
| 3 Shree Salasar Krushi Bazar, Dist Parbhani APMC | ₹9,803 |
| 4 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 6 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,715 |
| 7 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,690 |
| 8 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,655 |
| 9 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 10 Talikot APMC | ₹9,648 |
| 11 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,640 |
| 12 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,631 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹2,576 (26.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Anjar APMC ranged between ₹7,252 and ₹9,972, with the average around ₹9,301. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹9,752 | ₹9,372 | ₹9,600 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,550 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,300 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,612 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,787 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹9,020 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,740 | ₹9,427 | ₹9,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,762 | ₹9,267 | ₹9,650 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,247 | ₹8,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,250 | ₹8,027 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,192 | ₹7,252 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,380 | ₹8,550 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,752 | ₹9,562 | ₹9,740 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,760 | ₹9,337 | ₹9,550 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,702 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,972 | ₹9,610 | ₹9,850 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,702 | ₹9,377 | ₹9,550 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,727 | ₹9,380 | ₹9,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,610 | ₹9,445 | ₹9,580 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,540 | ₹9,192 | ₹9,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,627 | ₹9,375 | ₹9,550 |
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
Before carting Cotton to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
To wrap up, Anjar APMC logged this Cotton rate on 23 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.