Turning to the 21 Oct 2026 APMC board, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,580 per quintal in Dhoraji 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
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,680
- Lowest Price Today₹9,480
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,580
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (H.B (Unginned))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 2.5% above the period average, and just 24.0% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Dhoraji APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹6,345 (66.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Dhoraji APMC ranged between ₹6,730 and ₹12,605, with the average around ₹9,343. 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 | ₹9,680 | ₹9,480 | ₹9,580 |
| 20 Oct | ₹9,755 | ₹9,480 | ₹9,605 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,780 | ₹9,405 | ₹9,630 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,830 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,605 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,855 | ₹9,480 | ₹9,730 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,005 | ₹9,430 | ₹9,680 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,130 | ₹9,530 | ₹9,880 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,005 | ₹9,355 | ₹9,680 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,780 | ₹9,155 | ₹9,580 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,230 | ₹6,805 | ₹7,855 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,780 | ₹6,730 | ₹8,005 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,855 | ₹7,980 | ₹8,555 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,055 | ₹8,755 | ₹9,780 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,605 | ₹9,305 | ₹9,630 |
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
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: Dhoraji 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.