Going by the latest APMC figures for 22 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC. This is one of several Cotton rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,790
- Lowest Price Today₹8,180
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (CO-2 (Unginned))
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.
Today's rate is about 3.5% above the period average and just 9.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jamnagar APMC Leader | ₹9,825 |
| 2 Gooti APMC | ₹9,679 |
| 3 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 6 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 7 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Khetia APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Sayala APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Babra APMC | ₹9,475 |
| 12 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,450 |
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 ₹375 (4.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹10,500, with the average around ₹9,181. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹9,790 | ₹8,180 | ₹9,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,755 | ₹7,280 | ₹9,525 |
| 19 Oct | ₹10,055 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,555 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,805 | ₹6,430 | ₹9,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,930 | ₹6,230 | ₹9,525 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,430 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,625 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,500 | ₹6,805 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,080 | ₹8,705 | ₹9,625 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,505 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,855 | ₹5,080 | ₹9,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,705 | ₹5,305 | ₹9,125 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,755 | ₹5,130 | ₹9,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,905 | ₹5,630 | ₹9,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,080 | ₹5,680 | ₹9,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,855 | ₹4,250 | ₹9,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,710 | ₹5,380 | ₹9,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,830 | ₹4,530 | ₹9,325 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,680 | ₹5,380 | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,605 | ₹4,730 | ₹9,000 |
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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC posted this Cotton rate on 22 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.