Looking at how the yards traded on 21 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,300 per quintal in Jammalamadugu APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Desi)
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.
At this level, Cotton is about 2.6% above the period average, sitting just 2.4% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Saharanpur APMC Leader | ₹15,900 |
| 2 Khair APMC | ₹11,450 |
| 3 Khetia APMC | ₹10,580 |
| 4 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,919 |
| 5 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 6 Savanur APMC | ₹9,677 |
| 7 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,665 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 9 Khargone APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 10 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 11 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,570 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,555 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹6,345 (66.4%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Jammalamadugu APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹8,086. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 21 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Jammalamadugu APMC on 21 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.