Turning to the 02 Nov 2026 APMC board, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,140 per quintal in Ballari APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,340
- Lowest Price Today₹8,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,140
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Nov 2026
- CommodityCotton (H4)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 1.5% above the period average, and just 7.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 02 Nov 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rona APMC Leader | ₹17,400 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Sendhwa APMC | ₹9,991 |
| 4 Indi APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 5 Babra APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Raichur APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 7 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 8 Talikot APMC | ₹9,353 |
| 9 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 10 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 11 Dhari APMC | ₹9,325 |
| 12 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹8,100 (87.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Ballari APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹9,850, with the average around ₹9,001. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Nov | ₹9,340 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,140 |
| 31 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,900 |
| 30 Oct | ₹8,935 | ₹7,950 | ₹8,520 |
| 29 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,058 | ₹9,250 |
| 28 Oct | ₹8,600 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹9,400 | ₹7,620 | ₹8,800 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,620 | ₹9,310 | ₹9,440 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,850 | ₹4,800 | ₹9,460 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Ballari APMC on 02 Nov 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.