In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,200 per quintal in Gharsana APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,265
- Lowest Price Today₹9,080
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (American)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 5-Day Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 2.5% above the period average, sitting just 0.7% 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 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Gharsana APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vijayapura APMC Leader | ₹9,858 |
| 2 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,825 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Vadali APMC | ₹9,778 |
| 5 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 6 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 7 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,748 |
| 8 Dhari APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 9 Babra APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 10 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,678 |
| 11 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,605 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹253 (2.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 5-Day Trend
Over the last 5 days, Cotton prices at Gharsana APMC ranged between ₹8,751 and ₹9,265, with the average around ₹8,977. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹9,265 | ₹9,080 | ₹9,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,110 | ₹8,850 | ₹9,060 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,955 | ₹8,930 | ₹8,945 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,945 | ₹8,865 | ₹8,930 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,751 | ₹8,751 | ₹8,751 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Cotton, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Gharsana APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.