Reading today's price tape for 12 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,118 per quintal in Achnera APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Cotton today.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,300
- Lowest Price Today₹7,805
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,118
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
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.
Right now Cotton is about 4.1% above the period average — just 11.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 9 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 10 Morbi APMC | ₹9,570 |
| 11 Dhari APMC | ₹9,555 |
| 12 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,505 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹4,495 (47.3%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Achnera APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹9,200, with the average around ₹7,799. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹8,300 | ₹7,805 | ₹8,118 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,850 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,818 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,415 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,910 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,950 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,784 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,100 | ₹7,550 | ₹7,918 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,915 | ₹7,860 | ₹7,883 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,700 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,938 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,910 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,490 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,306 |
| 13 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,393 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,283 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,015 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,321 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,050 | ₹8,390 | ₹8,591 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,170 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Achnera APMC logged this Cotton rate on 12 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.