As fresh arrivals settled on 13 Oct 2026, Gooti APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,269 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Cotton leader.
01What Put Gooti APMC on Top Today
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,717
- Lowest Price Today₹8,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,269
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bramha)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 2.6% below the period average, and just 10.7% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,269 |
| 2 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Manawar APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 4 Macharla APMC | ₹8,650 |
| 5 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Markapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹1,269 (15.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Gooti APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹10,380, with the average around ₹9,515. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹9,717 | ₹8,100 | ₹9,269 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,666 | ₹8,011 | ₹9,289 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,709 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,579 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,691 | ₹5,249 | ₹9,489 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,755 | ₹4,011 | ₹9,489 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,901 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,579 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹6,633 | ₹9,539 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,060 | ₹4,515 | ₹9,680 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,050 | ₹4,511 | ₹9,689 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,100 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,111 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,729 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,192 | ₹4,166 | ₹9,799 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,939 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,769 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,919 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,769 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,939 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,669 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,959 | ₹4,011 | ₹9,789 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,869 | ₹5,369 | ₹9,689 |
| 05 Sep | ₹9,961 | ₹5,211 | ₹9,769 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,949 | ₹5,269 | ₹9,729 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,050 | ₹5,469 | ₹9,769 |
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
Before carting Cotton to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
The takeaway: Gooti APMC was the market to beat for Cotton on 13 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.