As fresh arrivals settled on 17 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,730 per quintal in Dhari APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Cotton markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,805
- Lowest Price Today₹9,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,730
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 14.2% above the period average, and just 5.3% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vijayapura APMC Leader | ₹9,858 |
| 2 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,825 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Vadali APMC | ₹9,778 |
| 5 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 6 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 7 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,748 |
| 8 Dhari APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 9 Babra APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 10 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,678 |
| 11 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,605 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹253 (2.6%) 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 Dhari APMC ranged between ₹5,550 and ₹10,270, with the average around ₹8,523. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹9,805 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,730 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,890 | ₹9,005 | ₹9,735 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,005 | ₹7,600 | ₹9,895 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,155 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,755 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,880 | ₹9,275 | ₹9,755 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,005 | ₹9,125 | ₹9,555 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,525 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,475 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,950 | ₹7,730 | ₹7,950 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,075 | ₹7,850 | ₹8,075 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,725 | ₹7,550 | ₹8,305 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,125 | ₹9,375 | ₹9,810 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,850 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,110 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,880 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,125 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,940 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,270 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,895 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,800 | ₹9,225 | ₹9,550 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,505 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,125 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,300 | ₹8,725 | ₹9,075 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,075 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,750 |
| 31 Aug | ₹9,255 | ₹6,800 | ₹8,675 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Cotton, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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 Dhari APMC on 17 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.