Going by the latest APMC figures for 12 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,400 per quintal in Palwal APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Cotton yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Palwal APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,400
- Lowest Price Today₹6,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Desi)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 3.3% below the period average and just 12.9% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khair APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Gundlupet APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 5 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,833 |
| 6 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 8 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,626 |
| 9 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 10 Talikot APMC | ₹9,586 |
| 11 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,570 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,430 (46.3%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Palwal APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹7,656. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹8,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹6,700 | ₹7,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,050 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,050 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,050 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,850 |
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
Going to the top Cotton market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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 12 Oct 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Palwal 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.