In the price report dated 16 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,425 per quintal in Govindgarh APMC. See where this sits in the day's Cotton range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,900
- Lowest Price Today₹7,950
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,425
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Cotton (Ginned))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 2.4% above the period average, and just 5.3% 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 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹12,990 |
| 2 Arasikere APMC | ₹12,400 |
| 3 Santhesargur APMC | ₹11,925 |
| 4 Bailahongal APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 5 Saharanpur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 6 Talikot APMC | ₹9,983 |
| 7 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,867 |
| 8 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 9 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 10 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,778 |
| 11 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 12 Dhari APMC | ₹9,735 |
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 ₹3,255 (33.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Govindgarh APMC ranged between ₹6,900 and ₹8,900, with the average around ₹8,231. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹8,900 | ₹7,950 | ₹8,425 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,899 | ₹8,680 | ₹8,789 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,590 | ₹8,190 | ₹8,461 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,435 | ₹8,030 | ₹8,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,161 | ₹7,601 | ₹7,863 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,741 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,600 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Govindgarh APMC on 16 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.