In the day's wholesale-price digest for 13 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,900 per quintal in Dhamnod APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Dhamnod APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,100
- Lowest Price Today₹8,015
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 16.6% above the period average, sitting just 6.3% 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 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹13,876 |
| 2 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 4 Talikot APMC | ₹9,713 |
| 5 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 6 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,680 |
| 7 Vankaner APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 8 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 9 Morbi APMC | ₹9,575 |
| 10 Babra APMC | ₹9,525 |
| 11 Bhesan APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Dhragradhra APMC | ₹9,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,376 (46.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Dhamnod APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹7,631. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹9,100 | ₹8,015 | ₹8,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹9,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,070 | ₹5,465 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,210 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹5,010 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,505 | ₹5,800 | ₹7,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹4,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹6,650 | ₹7,100 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,130 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,050 | ₹5,800 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,450 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,450 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,700 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,811 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,750 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,725 | ₹7,725 | ₹7,725 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,700 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,700 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,715 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,701 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,950 | ₹7,245 | ₹7,815 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,401 | ₹7,401 | ₹7,401 |
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
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Dhamnod APMC on 13 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.