Turning to the 16 Oct 2026 APMC board, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,850 per quintal in Savarkundla 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₹9,950
- Lowest Price Today₹9,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
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 10.5% above the period average, and just 4.8% 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 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹12,990 |
| 2 Arasikere APMC | ₹12,400 |
| 3 Bailahongal APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 4 Saharanpur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 5 Talikot APMC | ₹9,983 |
| 6 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,867 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 8 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 9 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,778 |
| 10 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 11 Dhari APMC | ₹9,735 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,730 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹3,260 (33.5%) 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 Savarkundla APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,350, with the average around ₹8,910. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹9,900 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,775 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,950 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,850 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,015 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,005 | ₹9,375 | ₹9,775 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,020 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,755 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,950 | ₹9,550 | ₹9,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,250 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,025 | ₹7,750 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹10,105 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹10,055 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,055 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,055 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,550 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,055 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,155 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,300 | ₹9,900 | ₹10,150 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,350 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,125 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,155 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,650 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,550 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,800 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,250 |
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
Going to the top Cotton market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Savarkundla APMC on 16 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.