In today's crop-price rundown for 26 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,302 per quintal in Bhavnagar APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Bhavnagar APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,302
- Lowest Price Today₹8,302
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,302
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 2.7% above the period average and just 10.2% 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 26 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jamnagar APMC Leader | ₹9,825 |
| 2 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,785 |
| 3 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,735 |
| 4 Vadali APMC | ₹9,668 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 6 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,630 |
| 7 Dhari APMC | ₹9,610 |
| 8 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 9 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,588 |
| 10 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 11 Babra APMC | ₹9,575 |
| 12 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,550 |
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 ₹275 (2.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Bhavnagar APMC ranged between ₹6,788 and ₹9,240, with the average around ₹8,082. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹8,302 | ₹8,302 | ₹8,302 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,240 | ₹9,240 | ₹9,240 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,872 | ₹8,872 | ₹8,872 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,612 | ₹7,612 | ₹7,612 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,792 | ₹8,792 | ₹8,792 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,348 | ₹8,348 | ₹8,348 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,818 | ₹8,818 | ₹8,818 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,445 | ₹7,445 | ₹7,445 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,055 | ₹8,055 | ₹8,055 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,518 | ₹7,518 | ₹7,518 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,312 | ₹7,312 | ₹7,312 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,098 | ₹7,745 | ₹8,333 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,838 | ₹8,838 | ₹8,838 |
| 03 Jul | ₹7,572 | ₹7,572 | ₹7,572 |
| 01 Jul | ₹8,398 | ₹8,398 | ₹8,398 |
| 29 Jun | ₹8,278 | ₹8,278 | ₹8,278 |
| 27 Jun | ₹7,288 | ₹7,288 | ₹7,288 |
| 20 Jun | ₹6,788 | ₹6,788 | ₹6,788 |
| 19 Jun | ₹7,748 | ₹7,748 | ₹7,748 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 26 Oct 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Bhavnagar APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.