Reading today's price tape for 16 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,300 per quintal in Kukshi APMC. This is one of several Cotton rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,300
- Lowest Price Today₹8,210
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
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.
Right now Cotton is about 1.0% above the period average — just 21.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kukshi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Arasikere APMC Leader | ₹12,400 |
| 2 Santhesargur APMC | ₹11,925 |
| 3 Bailahongal APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 4 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 6 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 7 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 8 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,630 |
| 9 Gooti APMC | ₹9,599 |
| 10 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,585 |
| 11 Sayala APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 12 Khetia APMC | ₹9,550 |
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 ₹2,850 (29.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Kukshi APMC ranged between ₹5,700 and ₹10,500, with the average around ₹8,216. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹8,300 | ₹8,210 | ₹8,300 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,020 | ₹8,995 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,700 | ₹7,800 | ₹9,155 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,690 | ₹7,980 | ₹8,040 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹6,445 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹6,805 | ₹7,730 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,840 | ₹7,740 | ₹7,840 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹7,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,960 | ₹7,690 | ₹7,960 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,455 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,555 | ₹6,595 | ₹7,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,575 | ₹6,595 | ₹7,575 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,050 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,885 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,150 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,325 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,660 | ₹7,455 | ₹8,000 |
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
Before carting Cotton to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kukshi APMC logged this Cotton rate on 16 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.