Here's the 24 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Cotton was quoted at ₹9,178 per quintal in Thara APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Thara APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,600
- Lowest Price Today₹8,755
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,178
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (RCH-2)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Cotton is about 1.3% below the period average — just 8.5% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 24 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bailahongal APMC Leader | ₹10,051 |
| 2 Dhari APMC | ₹9,880 |
| 3 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,875 |
| 4 Sendhwa APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 6 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 7 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 8 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,630 |
| 9 Talikot APMC | ₹9,624 |
| 10 Babra APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 11 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 12 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,575 |
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.
The ₹476 (5.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Thara APMC ranged between ₹8,555 and ₹10,025, with the average around ₹9,298. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹9,600 | ₹8,755 | ₹9,178 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,640 | ₹9,245 | ₹9,443 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,605 | ₹9,030 | ₹9,318 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,605 | ₹9,090 | ₹9,348 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,510 | ₹8,980 | ₹9,245 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,040 | ₹9,270 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,685 | ₹9,160 | ₹9,423 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,555 | ₹9,265 | ₹9,410 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,450 | ₹8,770 | ₹9,110 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,590 | ₹8,910 | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,025 | ₹8,555 | ₹9,290 |
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
Before carting Cotton to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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 short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Thara APMC on 24 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.