In the price report dated 24 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Parchur APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 9.8% above the period average and just 5.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,475 |
| 2 Kukshi APMC | ₹9,050 |
| 3 Manawar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Badwani APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Dhamnod APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 7 Mundi APMC | ₹8,890 |
| 8 Gajwel APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 9 Chilakaluripet APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 10 Parchur APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
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.
That ₹1,275 (15.5%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Parchur APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,744. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 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 |
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
The headline Cotton rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 24 Oct 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Parchur APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.