In the latest market update for 20 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,125 per quintal in Gandhwani APMC. See where this sits in the day's Cotton range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Gandhwani APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,150
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,125
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 11.7% above the period average, sitting just 3.4% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Gandhwani APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dhoraji APMC Leader | ₹9,605 |
| 2 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,420 |
| 3 Khargone APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 4 Rani APMC | ₹9,159 |
| 5 Gandhwani APMC | ₹9,125 |
| 6 Kukshi APMC | ₹9,010 |
| 7 Anjad APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Mundi APMC | ₹8,790 |
| 9 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 10 Markapur APMC | ₹8,200 |
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 ₹1,405 (17.1%) 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 Gandhwani APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹9,450, with the average around ₹8,169. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹9,150 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,125 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,100 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,100 |
| 18 Oct | ₹9,100 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,100 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,250 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,450 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,100 | ₹8,650 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,450 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,950 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,160 | ₹6,700 | ₹8,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,490 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,381 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,381 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,550 | ₹4,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,525 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,511 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Cotton rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Gandhwani APMC on 20 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.