Checking the day's mandi numbers for 12 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,450 per quintal in Babra APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,300
- Lowest Price Today₹8,605
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Shanker 6 (B) 30mm FIne)
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.
At this level, Cotton is about 6.4% above the period average, sitting just 8.7% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khair APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Gundlupet APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 5 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,833 |
| 6 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 8 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,626 |
| 9 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 10 Talikot APMC | ₹9,586 |
| 11 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,570 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹4,430 (46.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Babra APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹10,350, with the average around ₹8,883. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹10,300 | ₹8,605 | ₹9,450 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,150 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,675 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,050 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,575 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,200 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,725 |
| 22 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹10,100 | ₹8,850 | ₹9,475 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,105 | ₹9,050 | ₹9,575 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,180 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,370 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,320 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,785 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,350 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,525 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,450 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,810 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,255 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,105 | ₹7,125 | ₹8,615 |
| 07 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,535 | ₹7,250 | ₹8,375 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,700 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,860 | ₹9,375 | ₹9,615 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,950 | ₹9,350 | ₹9,650 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,005 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,875 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,535 |
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
Going to the top Cotton market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Babra APMC on 12 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.