In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,150 per quintal in Padampur APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Padampur APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,150
- Lowest Price Today₹8,150
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,150
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (American)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 5.8% below the period average, and just 13.2% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Padampur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranebennur APMC Leader | ₹9,770 |
| 2 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,605 |
| 3 Deulgaon Raja Balaji Agro Marketing Pvt Market, Deulgaon Raja, Dist Buldhana APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 4 Shetkari Khajgi Bajar Parisar, Tal Bhokar, Dist Nanded APMC | ₹9,490 |
| 5 Ratlam APMC | ₹9,480 |
| 6 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,420 |
| 7 Khargone APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 8 Rani APMC | ₹9,159 |
| 9 Ellanabad APMC | ₹9,155 |
| 10 Hissar APMC | ₹9,150 |
| 11 Gandhwani APMC | ₹9,125 |
| 12 Burhanpur APMC | ₹9,111 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹659 (7.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Padampur APMC ranged between ₹8,131 and ₹9,390, with the average around ₹8,652. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹8,150 | ₹8,150 | ₹8,150 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,390 | ₹9,172 | ₹9,292 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,251 | ₹8,825 | ₹9,066 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,750 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,750 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,671 | ₹8,661 | ₹8,671 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,090 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,618 | ₹8,560 | ₹8,586 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,605 | ₹8,545 | ₹8,595 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,759 | ₹8,581 | ₹8,636 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,700 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,671 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,131 | ₹8,131 | ₹8,131 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,351 | ₹8,351 | ₹8,351 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,472 | ₹8,472 | ₹8,472 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Padampur APMC on 20 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.