In the price report dated 13 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Dhragradhra APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,855
- Lowest Price Today₹9,090
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (RCH-2)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 1.8% above the period average and just 32.2% 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 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹13,876 |
| 2 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,758 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 5 Dhari APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 6 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 7 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 8 Talikot APMC | ₹9,713 |
| 9 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 10 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,680 |
| 11 Vankaner APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 12 Anjar APMC | ₹9,650 |
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.
That ₹4,226 (43.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Dhragradhra APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹14,005, with the average around ₹9,335. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹9,855 | ₹9,090 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,665 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,450 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,430 | ₹7,560 | ₹8,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,330 | ₹7,120 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,320 | ₹7,555 | ₹8,675 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,545 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,360 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,755 | ₹8,660 | ₹9,350 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,300 | ₹9,170 | ₹10,005 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,105 | ₹9,105 | ₹9,105 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,530 | ₹8,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,950 | ₹8,250 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,605 | ₹8,605 | ₹8,605 |
| 22 Jul | ₹14,005 | ₹14,005 | ₹14,005 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Dhragradhra APMC posted this Cotton rate on 13 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.