In the price report dated 19 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,550 per quintal in Raichur APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Raichur APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,750
- Lowest Price Today₹8,240
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (H4)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 6.6% above the period average, and just 7.7% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹10,790 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,997 |
| 3 Talikot APMC | ₹9,941 |
| 4 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,925 |
| 5 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,865 |
| 6 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 7 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 8 APMC Kille Dharur APMC | ₹9,702 |
| 9 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 10 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 11 Babra APMC | ₹9,645 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,635 |
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 ₹1,155 (12.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Raichur APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹10,345, with the average around ₹8,955. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹8,240 | ₹9,550 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,991 | ₹6,700 | ₹9,601 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,981 | ₹6,850 | ₹9,133 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Cotton, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
The takeaway: Raichur APMC reported Cotton at this level on 19 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.