Pulling together the 17 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,638 per quintal in Rajula APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Cotton yards.
01What Put Rajula APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,775
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,638
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 9.6% above the period average, sitting just 53.7% 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
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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹253 (2.6%) 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 Rajula APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹18,655, with the average around ₹7,878. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹9,775 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,638 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,850 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,425 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,825 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,163 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹9,095 | ₹9,422 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,805 | ₹5,005 | ₹6,905 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,760 | ₹5,905 | ₹7,332 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,650 | ₹6,875 | ₹7,762 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,920 | ₹7,160 | ₹7,540 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹6,125 | ₹7,063 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,250 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,375 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,375 | ₹7,060 | ₹8,218 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,655 | ₹9,655 | ₹9,655 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,515 | ₹9,260 | ₹9,387 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,055 | ₹9,275 | ₹9,665 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,505 | ₹9,005 | ₹9,255 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,755 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,378 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,755 | ₹8,755 | ₹8,755 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,505 | ₹8,505 | ₹8,505 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,125 | ₹5,125 | ₹5,125 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Rajula APMC on 17 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.