In the latest market update for 17 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,202 per quintal in Haveri APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,490
- Lowest Price Today₹8,799
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,202
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Narma BT Cotton)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cotton is about 6.6% above the period average, sitting just 5.2% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Haveri APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vijayapura APMC Leader | ₹9,858 |
| 2 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,825 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Vadali APMC | ₹9,778 |
| 5 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 6 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 7 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,748 |
| 8 Dhari APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 9 Babra APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 10 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,678 |
| 11 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,605 |
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 ₹253 (2.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Haveri APMC ranged between ₹3,389 and ₹9,709, with the average around ₹8,633. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹9,490 | ₹8,799 | ₹9,202 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,709 | ₹5,031 | ₹9,401 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,475 | ₹8,169 | ₹8,341 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,609 | ₹8,396 | ₹9,349 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,535 | ₹8,629 | ₹9,415 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹8,099 | ₹8,993 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,529 | ₹8,789 | ₹9,365 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,509 | ₹3,389 | ₹9,176 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,289 | ₹6,169 | ₹8,508 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,569 | ₹6,799 | ₹7,119 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,009 | ₹6,750 | ₹7,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,419 | ₹7,269 | ₹7,366 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Haveri APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.