With the 02 Nov 2026 auctions now in, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,738 per quintal in Thara(Shihori) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Cotton markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Thara(Shihori) APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Cotton arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,025
- Lowest Price Today₹8,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,738
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Nov 2026
- CommodityCotton (RCH-2)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 4.2% below the period average and just 10.4% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 02 Nov 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rona APMC Leader | ₹17,400 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Sendhwa APMC | ₹9,991 |
| 4 Indi APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 5 Babra APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Raichur APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 7 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 8 Talikot APMC | ₹9,353 |
| 9 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 10 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 11 Dhari APMC | ₹9,325 |
| 12 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,300 |
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.
That ₹8,100 (87.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Thara(Shihori) APMC ranged between ₹8,360 and ₹9,755, with the average around ₹9,119. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Nov | ₹9,025 | ₹8,450 | ₹8,738 |
| 30 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,825 | ₹9,013 |
| 29 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,825 | ₹9,013 |
| 28 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,825 | ₹9,013 |
| 27 Oct | ₹9,755 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,378 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,505 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,253 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,575 | ₹8,855 | ₹9,215 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,450 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,275 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,605 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,303 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,505 | ₹9,120 | ₹9,313 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,450 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,225 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,400 | ₹9,105 | ₹9,253 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,175 | ₹8,360 | ₹8,768 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,175 | ₹9,105 | ₹9,140 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,125 | ₹8,665 | ₹8,895 |
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
When picking where to sell Cotton, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Thara(Shihori) APMC posted this Cotton rate on 02 Nov 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.