Across the reporting yards on 31 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Babra APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,850
- Lowest Price Today₹9,150
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Shanker 6 (B) 30mm FIne)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 5.1% above the period average, and just 8.2% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sailana APMC Leader | ₹12,220 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹11,475 |
| 3 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 4 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,609 |
| 5 Raichur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Sendhwa APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Parchur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Babra APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Shree Salasar Krushi Bazar, Dist Parbhani APMC | ₹9,474 |
| 11 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,425 |
| 12 Talikot APMC | ₹9,422 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹2,798 (29.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Babra APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹10,350, with the average around ₹9,037. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Oct | ₹9,850 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,500 |
| 30 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,475 |
| 29 Oct | ₹9,700 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,350 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Babra APMC reported Cotton at this level on 31 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.