Across the reporting yards on 19 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,615 per quintal in Lakhtar APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹9,760
- Lowest Price Today₹9,470
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,615
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Cotton (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 1.2% below the period average and just 6.2% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 19 Oct 2026, so you can see where Lakhtar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹10,790 |
| 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 APMC Kille Dharur APMC | ₹9,702 |
| 9 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 10 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 11 Babra APMC | ₹9,645 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,635 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹1,155 (12.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
055-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 5 days, Cotton prices at Lakhtar APMC ranged between ₹9,410 and ₹10,255, with the average around ₹9,732. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹9,760 | ₹9,470 | ₹9,615 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,780 | ₹9,575 | ₹9,678 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,905 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,778 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,090 | ₹9,420 | ₹9,755 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,255 | ₹9,410 | ₹9,833 |
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
When picking where to sell Cotton, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Oct 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Lakhtar APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.