As fresh arrivals settled on 28 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,200 per quintal in Darsi APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Cotton today.
01What Put Darsi APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date28 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.
Today's rate is about 0.0% above the period average and right at 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 28 Oct 2026, so you can see where Darsi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,029 |
| 2 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Bhadrachalam APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,150 |
| 6 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 ₹1,029 (12.9%) 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 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 27 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 26 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 25 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 24 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 23 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 22 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 21 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 20 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Cotton, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Darsi APMC posted this Cotton rate on 28 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.