As fresh arrivals settled on 12 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,951 per quintal in Kasrawad APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Cotton today.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,951
- Lowest Price Today₹7,951
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,951
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bengal Deshi (A) FIne)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 8.2% above 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
A spread of ₹4,430 (46.3%) 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Kasrawad APMC ranged between ₹5,550 and ₹8,521, with the average around ₹7,349. 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 | ₹7,951 | ₹7,951 | ₹7,951 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,550 | ₹5,550 | ₹5,550 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,521 | ₹8,521 | ₹8,521 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,821 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹5,550 | ₹6,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,521 | ₹8,521 | ₹8,521 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,551 | ₹7,551 | ₹7,551 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Cotton yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Kasrawad APMC on 12 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.