With the 29 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,835 per quintal in Palitana APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Cotton yards.
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₹9,175
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,835
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 3.4% below the period average and just 9.6% 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 29 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Arasikere APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 3 Savanur APMC | ₹9,572 |
| 4 Talikot APMC | ₹9,535 |
| 5 Sendhwa APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 7 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,447 |
| 8 APMC Pulgaon APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 9 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,395 |
| 10 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,390 |
| 11 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,380 |
| 12 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,380 |
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.
At ₹620 (6.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Palitana APMC ranged between ₹8,500 and ₹9,775, with the average around ₹9,144. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹9,175 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,835 |
| 28 Oct | ₹9,300 | ₹8,650 | ₹8,975 |
| 26 Oct | ₹9,455 | ₹8,770 | ₹9,115 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,475 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,185 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,525 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,260 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,550 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,150 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,650 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,775 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,235 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,725 | ₹8,760 | ₹9,240 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,775 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,260 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,125 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Cotton today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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, Palitana APMC posted this Cotton rate on 29 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.