Going by the latest APMC figures for 15 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,300 per quintal in Jammalamadugu APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Jammalamadugu APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Cotton arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Desi)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 2.9% above the period average, and just 2.4% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gundlupet APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 3 Bhesan APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 4 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 5 Vankaner APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 6 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,630 |
| 7 Viramgam APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 8 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 9 Dhamnod APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Gooti APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Kalawad APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Una APMC | ₹9,500 |
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.
At ₹2,500 (26.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Jammalamadugu APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹8,070. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
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 day's best Cotton rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Jammalamadugu APMC on 15 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.