Based on what the markets reported on 17 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Parchur APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Cotton (Unginned))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cotton is about 17.2% above the period average — right at 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Parchur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC Leader | ₹9,825 |
| 2 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 3 Babra APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 4 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,605 |
| 5 Una APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Unava APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Gooti APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Bhesan APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Khetia APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 11 Bhikangaon APMC | ₹9,323 |
| 12 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,300 |
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.
The ₹525 (5.6%) 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 Parchur APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,679. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,005 | ₹8,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Parchur APMC on 17 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.