Pulling together the 19 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,513 per quintal in Vadali APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Cotton markets.
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₹9,775
- Lowest Price Today₹9,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,513
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cotton is about 0.3% below the period average, sitting just 5.9% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹12,200 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,997 |
| 3 Talikot APMC | ₹9,941 |
| 4 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,925 |
| 5 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,865 |
| 6 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 7 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 8 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 9 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 10 Morbi APMC | ₹9,635 |
| 11 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,630 |
| 12 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,615 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹2,585 (26.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Vadali APMC ranged between ₹8,755 and ₹10,105, with the average around ₹9,537. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹9,775 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,513 |
| 17 Oct | ₹10,105 | ₹9,450 | ₹9,778 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,950 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,475 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,925 | ₹9,450 | ₹9,688 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,925 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,463 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,925 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,463 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,005 | ₹8,755 | ₹9,380 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Vadali APMC on 19 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.