Based on what the markets reported on 12 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,870 per quintal in Ellanabad APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Cotton yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Ellanabad APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,950
- Lowest Price Today₹8,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,870
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (American)
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.
At this level, Cotton is about 3.1% above the period average, sitting just 10.5% 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 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹4,430 (46.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Ellanabad APMC ranged between ₹7,021 and ₹9,911, with the average around ₹8,607. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹8,950 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,870 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,790 | ₹8,451 | ₹8,680 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,770 | ₹8,440 | ₹8,680 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,751 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,686 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,745 | ₹8,330 | ₹8,665 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,720 | ₹8,380 | ₹8,649 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,725 | ₹8,511 | ₹8,660 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,911 | ₹8,571 | ₹8,850 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,121 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,086 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,196 | ₹8,760 | ₹9,150 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,159 | ₹8,790 | ₹9,088 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,031 | ₹8,922 | ₹8,940 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,976 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,860 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,900 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,840 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,970 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,845 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,120 | ₹8,876 | ₹8,972 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,565 | ₹8,565 | ₹8,565 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,430 | ₹8,415 | ₹8,415 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,436 | ₹8,420 | ₹8,420 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,392 | ₹8,318 | ₹8,318 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Ellanabad APMC on 12 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.