In the mandi rate roundup for 12 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,586 per quintal in Talikot APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Cotton arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,751
- Lowest Price Today₹7,511
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,586
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Cotton (Ginned))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 1.6% below the period average, and just 6.7% 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 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khair APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Gundlupet APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 5 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,833 |
| 6 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 8 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,626 |
| 9 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 10 Talikot APMC | ₹9,586 |
| 11 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,570 |
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.
That ₹4,430 (46.3%) 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 Talikot APMC ranged between ₹7,501 and ₹10,269, with the average around ₹9,738. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹9,751 | ₹7,511 | ₹9,586 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,729 | ₹9,156 | ₹9,582 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,686 | ₹9,166 | ₹9,563 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,729 | ₹9,009 | ₹9,594 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,105 | ₹9,509 | ₹9,809 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,120 | ₹7,589 | ₹9,835 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,115 | ₹9,879 | ₹10,073 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,269 | ₹8,500 | ₹10,191 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,138 | ₹9,511 | ₹10,038 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,852 | ₹7,501 | ₹9,599 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,769 | ₹9,421 | ₹9,705 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,611 | ₹9,602 | ₹9,607 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,411 | ₹9,411 | ₹9,411 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Talikot APMC reported Cotton at this level on 12 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.