Going by the latest APMC figures for 28 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,275 per quintal in Babra APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Babra APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,700
- Lowest Price Today₹8,850
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,275
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 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.
This puts Cotton about 2.9% above the period average, and just 10.4% 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 28 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹10,429 |
| 3 Talikot APMC | ₹9,621 |
| 4 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,535 |
| 5 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,455 |
| 7 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 8 Botad(Bhabarkot) APMC | ₹9,410 |
| 9 Devadurga APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 10 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 11 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,310 |
| 12 Babra APMC | ₹9,275 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹2,225 (24.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹9,016. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹9,700 | ₹8,850 | ₹9,275 |
| 27 Oct | ₹9,900 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,550 |
| 26 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,575 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,950 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,600 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,900 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,400 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,850 | ₹9,105 | ₹9,475 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,875 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,535 |
| 19 Oct | ₹10,045 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,645 |
| 17 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,700 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,055 | ₹9,025 | ₹9,540 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,050 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,375 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,350 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,525 |
| 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 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Babra APMC on 28 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.