With the 21 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,220 per quintal in Taleja APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Taleja APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,705
- Lowest Price Today₹8,730
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,220
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Shanker 6 (B) 30mm FIne)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 7.7% above the period average, and just 8.4% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Taleja APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Saharanpur APMC Leader | ₹15,900 |
| 2 Khair APMC | ₹11,450 |
| 3 Khetia APMC | ₹10,580 |
| 4 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,919 |
| 5 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 6 Savanur APMC | ₹9,677 |
| 7 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,665 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 9 Khargone APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 10 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 11 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,570 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,555 |
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 ₹6,345 (66.4%) 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 Taleja APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,065, with the average around ₹8,561. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹9,705 | ₹8,730 | ₹9,220 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,700 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,350 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,960 | ₹8,275 | ₹9,120 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Cotton yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
The takeaway: Taleja APMC reported Cotton at this level on 21 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.