In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,750 per quintal in The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cotton is about 3.2% above the period average, sitting just 5.6% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Arasikere APMC Leader | ₹12,400 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 3 Talikot APMC | ₹9,983 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,867 |
| 5 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 6 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 7 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 8 Dhari APMC | ₹9,735 |
| 9 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 10 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 11 Khetia APMC | ₹9,675 |
| 12 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,630 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹2,770 (28.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹10,325, with the average around ₹9,448. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹9,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,100 | ₹6,050 | ₹9,775 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,150 | ₹4,900 | ₹9,755 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,250 | ₹6,150 | ₹9,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹5,500 | ₹8,975 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,075 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,100 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,375 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,975 | ₹5,200 | ₹9,450 |
| 21 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,075 | ₹4,650 | ₹9,850 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,075 | ₹5,800 | ₹9,775 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,075 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,875 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,250 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,300 | ₹8,500 | ₹10,025 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,225 | ₹5,450 | ₹10,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,225 | ₹6,400 | ₹9,975 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,025 | ₹5,950 | ₹9,825 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,025 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,700 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,825 | ₹4,650 | ₹9,350 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,700 | ₹5,200 | ₹9,275 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cotton stood at The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC on 16 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.