Pulling together the 15 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,451 per quintal in Raichur 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₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,451
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (H4)
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 5.8% above the period average, sitting just 8.6% 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 15 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Saharanpur APMC Leader | ₹14,900 |
| 2 Gundlupet APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Chitradurga APMC | ₹10,252 |
| 4 Talikot APMC | ₹9,929 |
| 5 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 6 Dhari APMC | ₹9,895 |
| 7 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,866 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 9 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 10 Bhesan APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 11 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 12 Vadali APMC | ₹9,688 |
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.
The ₹5,212 (53.8%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Raichur APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹10,345, with the average around ₹8,930. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹9,451 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,972 | ₹7,400 | ₹9,097 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹7,479 | ₹9,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹8,151 | ₹9,450 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,040 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,616 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,720 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,447 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,307 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,985 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,724 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,496 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,050 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,811 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,056 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,060 | ₹7,330 | ₹9,849 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,345 | ₹7,650 | ₹9,702 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,026 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,560 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,188 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,765 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,902 | ₹8,333 | ₹9,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,003 | ₹9,590 | ₹9,797 |
| 05 Sep | ₹9,844 | ₹6,700 | ₹9,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹9,745 | ₹7,150 | ₹9,433 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,706 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,020 |
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
For Cotton, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Raichur APMC on 15 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.