In the latest market update for 29 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,355 per quintal in Dhari APMC. This is one of several Cotton rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,450
- Lowest Price Today₹8,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,355
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Local)
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.
Right now Cotton is about 7.5% above the period average — just 8.9% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 29 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹12,800 |
| 2 Arasikere APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 4 Savanur APMC | ₹9,572 |
| 5 Talikot APMC | ₹9,535 |
| 6 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 7 Sendhwa APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 8 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,447 |
| 9 APMC Pulgaon APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 10 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,395 |
| 11 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,390 |
| 12 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,380 |
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 ₹3,420 (36.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Dhari APMC ranged between ₹5,550 and ₹10,270, with the average around ₹8,701. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹9,450 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,355 |
| 28 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹8,005 | ₹9,285 |
| 27 Oct | ₹9,640 | ₹8,725 | ₹9,460 |
| 26 Oct | ₹9,755 | ₹7,025 | ₹9,610 |
| 24 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,305 | ₹9,880 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,705 | ₹9,025 | ₹9,590 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,680 | ₹8,805 | ₹9,455 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,850 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,555 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Cotton well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Dhari APMC on 29 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.