As fresh arrivals settled on 19 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,978 per quintal in Mahuva(Station Road) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Cotton markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
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₹9,450
- Lowest Price Today₹8,505
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,978
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Shanker 6 (B) 30mm FIne)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
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 12.1% above the period average and just 7.4% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹12,200 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,997 |
| 3 Talikot APMC | ₹9,941 |
| 4 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,925 |
| 5 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,865 |
| 6 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 7 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 8 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 9 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 10 Morbi APMC | ₹9,635 |
| 11 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,630 |
| 12 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,615 |
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 ₹2,585 (26.9%) 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 Mahuva(Station Road) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹9,695, with the average around ₹8,012. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹9,450 | ₹8,505 | ₹8,978 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,535 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,893 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,595 | ₹8,725 | ₹9,160 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,600 | ₹8,765 | ₹9,183 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,695 | ₹9,060 | ₹9,378 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,655 | ₹7,750 | ₹8,703 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,595 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,548 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,475 | ₹8,475 | ₹8,475 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,750 | ₹8,750 | ₹8,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,475 | ₹8,475 | ₹8,475 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,325 | ₹8,325 | ₹8,325 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,445 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,173 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,905 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,453 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,375 | ₹7,175 | ₹7,775 |
| 03 Jul | ₹8,145 | ₹4,775 | ₹6,460 |
| 29 Jun | ₹8,250 | ₹4,050 | ₹6,150 |
| 27 Jun | ₹8,055 | ₹5,675 | ₹6,865 |
| 19 Jun | ₹8,495 | ₹7,700 | ₹8,098 |
| 17 Jun | ₹8,290 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,395 |
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
Selling Cotton well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Mahuva(Station Road) APMC posted this Cotton rate on 19 Oct 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.