Going by the latest APMC figures for 22 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,100 per quintal in Gadag APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,100
- Lowest Price Today₹9,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Narma BT Cotton)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 5.2% above the period average, and just 4.8% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 22 Oct 2026, so you can see where Gadag APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹12,350 |
| 2 Manavdar APMC | ₹10,025 |
| 3 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,825 |
| 4 Talikot APMC | ₹9,719 |
| 5 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,680 |
| 6 Gooti APMC | ₹9,679 |
| 7 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,670 |
| 8 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,656 |
| 9 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 10 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 11 Morbi APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 12 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,600 |
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 ₹2,750 (28.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Gadag APMC ranged between ₹7,250 and ₹9,559, with the average around ₹8,650. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,900 | ₹8,900 | ₹8,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,101 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,072 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,011 | ₹9,011 | ₹9,011 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,559 | ₹9,559 | ₹9,559 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,350 | ₹9,350 | ₹9,350 |
| 05 Sep | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,100 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,099 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,410 | ₹8,410 | ₹8,410 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,450 | ₹8,450 | ₹8,450 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,460 | ₹8,460 | ₹8,460 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,440 | ₹8,440 | ₹8,440 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 |
| 25 Jun | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 |
| 24 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Jun | ₹7,250 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,250 |
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
Farmers comparing Cotton rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Gadag APMC on 22 Oct 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.