With the 19 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Darsi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,200 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Cotton leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Desi)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 0.0% above the period average, and right at 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 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Darsi APMC Leader | ₹8,200 |
| 2 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,100 |
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 ₹100 (1.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Darsi APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹8,197. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
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
For Cotton, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
The takeaway: Darsi APMC was the market to beat for Cotton on 19 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.