Reading today's price tape for 16 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,900 per quintal in Kanakagiri APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Cotton markets in the table that follows.
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₹9,600
- Lowest Price Today₹8,350
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Narma BT Cotton)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 2.2% below the period average, sitting just 10.6% 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 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Arasikere APMC Leader | ₹12,400 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 3 Talikot APMC | ₹9,983 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,867 |
| 5 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 6 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 7 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 8 Dhari APMC | ₹9,735 |
| 9 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 10 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 11 Khetia APMC | ₹9,675 |
| 12 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,630 |
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.
At ₹2,770 (28.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Kanakagiri APMC ranged between ₹6,400 and ₹9,950, with the average around ₹9,096. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹9,600 | ₹8,350 | ₹8,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,525 | ₹8,586 | ₹8,910 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,550 | ₹8,469 | ₹9,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,450 | ₹8,950 | ₹9,278 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,450 | ₹8,798 | ₹9,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,696 | ₹8,855 | ₹9,455 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,950 | ₹9,180 | ₹9,550 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,950 | ₹8,567 | ₹9,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,700 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,550 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,819 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,007 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,614 | ₹6,630 | ₹8,150 |
| 05 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹9,279 | ₹9,450 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,540 | ₹9,446 | ₹9,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹9,550 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,520 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹6,640 | ₹9,370 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,450 | ₹9,050 | ₹9,300 |
| 28 Aug | ₹9,700 | ₹6,617 | ₹8,100 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Kanakagiri APMC on 16 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.