From today's trading desk on 16 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,250 per quintal in Taleja APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
Right now Cotton is about 2.4% below the period average — just 18.0% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹12,990 |
| 2 Arasikere APMC | ₹12,400 |
| 3 Santhesargur APMC | ₹11,925 |
| 4 Bailahongal APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 5 Saharanpur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 6 Talikot APMC | ₹9,983 |
| 7 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,867 |
| 8 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 9 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 10 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,778 |
| 11 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 12 Dhari APMC | ₹9,735 |
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 ₹3,255 (33.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Taleja APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,065, with the average around ₹8,456. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,015 | ₹8,480 | ₹9,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,995 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,375 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,065 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,035 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,965 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,480 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,105 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,655 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,425 | ₹5,965 | ₹7,695 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,100 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹5,955 | ₹7,230 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,685 | ₹9,425 | ₹9,555 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,590 | ₹7,700 | ₹8,645 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,700 | ₹8,735 | ₹9,220 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,580 | ₹7,510 | ₹8,545 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹7,700 | ₹8,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,470 | ₹7,240 | ₹8,355 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,650 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,255 | ₹7,625 | ₹8,440 |
| 01 Jul | ₹8,875 | ₹8,875 | ₹8,875 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Taleja APMC logged this Cotton rate on 16 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.