With the 21 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,300 per quintal in Vankaner APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Cotton today.
01What Put Vankaner APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,700
- Lowest Price Today₹8,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 2.4% above the period average, and just 9.0% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹6,345 (66.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Vankaner APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹10,225, with the average around ₹9,080. 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 | ₹9,700 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,300 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,675 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,300 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,625 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,760 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,350 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,650 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,110 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,650 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,950 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,575 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,710 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,750 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,900 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,765 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,900 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,915 | ₹7,250 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,100 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,225 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,450 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,150 | ₹7,750 | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,055 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹7,400 | ₹9,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,930 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,100 |
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
The day's best Cotton rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Vankaner APMC reported Cotton at this level on 21 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.