Cotton
Cotton mandi rate today at Kukshi APMC — ₹8,960 per quintal
MARKET REPORT 21 OCT 2026
Market Report
Cotton
Kukshi APMC Market, Madhya Pradesh
₹8,960 / quintal 0.99%
₹13Today ₹8,960₹10,500
30-Day low30-Day high
HIGH ₹8,960LOW ₹8,820MODAL ₹8,960DAY ▼ 0.99%MANDIS 1230-Day AVG ₹8,309HIGH ₹8,960LOW ₹8,820MODAL ₹8,960DAY ▼ 0.99%MANDIS 1230-Day AVG ₹8,309
Today · Modal
₹8,960
Most-traded rate
Day Change
−0.99%
vs previous day
30-Day High
₹10,500
Period peak
30-Day Low
₹13
Period base
30-Day Avg
₹8,309
Mean modal

Cotton Settles at ₹8,960 in Kukshi APMC Today

Updated 21 Oct 2026 Mandi Rate Today WhatsApp

As fresh arrivals settled on 21 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,960 per quintal in Kukshi APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.

01What Put Kukshi APMC on Top Today

The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.

  • Highest Recorded Price₹8,960
  • Lowest Price Today₹8,820
  • Average (Modal) Price₹8,960
  • Reporting Mandis12
  • Date21 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.

Price Position · 30-Day Band Near period high
₹13 (Low)₹8,309 (Avg)₹10,500 (High)

This puts Cotton about 7.8% above the period average, and just 14.7% 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 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.

MandiPrice (₹ / quintal)
1 Saharanpur APMC Leader ₹15,900
2 Khair APMC ₹11,450
3 Khetia APMC ₹10,580
4 Ranebennur APMC ₹9,919
5 Savarkundla APMC ₹9,700
6 Savanur APMC ₹9,677
7 APMC Bagasara APMC ₹9,665
8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC ₹9,650
9 Khargone APMC ₹9,600
10 Dhoraji APMC ₹9,580
11 Lakhtar APMC ₹9,570
12 Morbi APMC ₹9,555

04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard

The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.

Highest-paying
Saharanpur APMC
₹15,900
₹6,345
↔
66.4% spread
Lowest-paying
Morbi APMC
₹9,555

A spread of ₹6,345 (66.4%) 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 ₹13 and ₹10,500, with the average around ₹8,309. 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.

Cotton · Modal Price Trend (49d) Modal Min–Max
₹-826₹2,215₹5,257₹8,298₹11,33921 Oct11 Sep16 Jun

06Recent Price History

DateHigh (₹)Low (₹)Average (₹)
21 Oct ₹8,960 ₹8,820 ₹8,960
20 Oct ₹9,050 ₹8,800 ₹9,050
19 Oct ₹8,430 ₹8,200 ₹8,430
18 Oct ₹9,950 ₹8,000 ₹9,100
17 Oct ₹9,900 ₹8,000 ₹9,235
16 Oct ₹9,900 ₹13 ₹9,150
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

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

Quick Signal Read · Descriptive only
Momentum
Easing
Down 0.99% on the day as the rate cools.
Range Position
Near period high
85% up the 30-Day band — firm, near the top.
Best Market
Saharanpur APMC
₹6,345 (66.4%) above the cheapest reporting yard.

08What It Means If You're Selling

Selling Cotton well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.

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

The takeaway: Kukshi APMC reported Cotton at this level on 21 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What does "Mandi Rate Today" mean here?
It means Cotton traded at ₹8,960 per quintal in Kukshi APMC on 21 Oct 2026. This is that market's rate for the day, not necessarily the highest or lowest.
How does this rate compare with other mandis?
See the market-wise table on this page — it lists Cotton rates across reporting yards on 21 Oct 2026 so you can place this one against the day's high and low.
Is this the official government rate?
These figures come from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are shared for information only. Reconfirm the live rate at the yard before trading.
How do I find the best-paying mandi for Cotton?
Compare the modal rates in the table above. The best-paying yard can change daily with arrivals and demand.
Does the leading mandi change every day?
Yes. Rankings are worked out fresh each trading day from that day's arrivals and prices, so the best market for Cotton can shift from one day to the next.
Is this the official government rate?
These figures are drawn from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are shared for information only. Always reconfirm the live rate at the yard before trading.

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