As fresh arrivals settled on 16 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,400 per quintal in Unava APMC. See where this sits in the day's Cotton range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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₹9,725
- Lowest Price Today₹8,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 3.1% above the period average, and just 25.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹12,990 |
| 2 Arasikere APMC | ₹12,400 |
| 3 Bailahongal APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 4 Saharanpur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 5 Talikot APMC | ₹9,983 |
| 6 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,867 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 8 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 9 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,778 |
| 10 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 11 Dhari APMC | ₹9,735 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,730 |
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 ₹3,260 (33.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Unava APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹12,625, with the average around ₹9,118. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹9,855 | ₹7,945 | ₹9,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,725 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,005 | ₹8,055 | ₹9,375 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,375 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,775 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,375 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,755 | ₹7,755 | ₹9,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,760 | ₹7,675 | ₹9,005 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,605 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,805 | ₹8,155 | ₹8,505 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,045 | ₹8,125 | ₹8,505 |
| 21 Sep | ₹12,625 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,005 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Cotton today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Unava APMC on 16 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.