In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,550 per quintal in Himatnagar APMC. See where this sits in the day's Cotton range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Himatnagar APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,590
- Lowest Price Today₹9,505
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Cotton (Unginned))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 2.8% above the period average, and just 2.1% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC Leader | ₹9,825 |
| 2 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 4 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,748 |
| 5 Babra APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 6 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 7 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,605 |
| 8 Raichur APMC | ₹9,601 |
| 9 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 10 Una APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Unava APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
A spread of ₹325 (3.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Himatnagar APMC ranged between ₹7,775 and ₹9,750, with the average around ₹9,289. 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 | ₹9,590 | ₹9,505 | ₹9,550 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,740 | ₹9,610 | ₹9,700 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,725 | ₹9,625 | ₹9,675 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,665 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹9,605 | ₹9,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,685 | ₹9,485 | ₹9,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,200 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,200 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,305 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,125 | ₹8,325 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,005 | ₹7,775 | ₹8,750 |
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 yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Himatnagar APMC on 17 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.