In today's crop-price rundown for 14 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,750 per quintal in Ding APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Ding 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₹9,019
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (American)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 4-Day Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 1.5% above the period average and just 3.0% 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 14 Oct 2026, so you can see where Ding APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dhoraji APMC Leader | ₹9,880 |
| 2 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 3 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 4 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 5 Dhari APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 6 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 7 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,658 |
| 8 Anjar APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 9 Morbi APMC | ₹9,595 |
| 10 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 11 Kalawad APMC | ₹9,520 |
| 12 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,500 |
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.
At ₹380 (4.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 4-Day Trend
Over the last 4 days, Cotton prices at Ding APMC ranged between ₹8,200 and ₹9,019, with the average around ₹8,621. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹9,019 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,835 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,535 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,800 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,698 | ₹8,698 | ₹8,698 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Cotton, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
Bottom line: on 14 Oct 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Ding 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.