Going by the latest APMC figures for 31 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,125 per quintal in Taleja APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Cotton markets.
01What Put Taleja APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,125
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Shanker 6 (B) 30mm FIne)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 5.3% above the period average, and just 9.3% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bailahongal APMC Leader | ₹11,475 |
| 2 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 3 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Raichur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Sendhwa APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Parchur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Babra APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Shree Salasar Krushi Bazar, Dist Parbhani APMC | ₹9,474 |
| 9 Talikot APMC | ₹9,422 |
| 10 Upleta APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 11 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,395 |
| 12 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,388 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
A spread of ₹2,087 (22.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Taleja APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,065, with the average around ₹8,664. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,125 |
| 30 Oct | ₹9,390 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,445 |
| 29 Oct | ₹9,375 | ₹8,255 | ₹8,815 |
| 28 Oct | ₹9,305 | ₹8,405 | ₹8,855 |
| 26 Oct | ₹9,650 | ₹8,355 | ₹9,005 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,755 | ₹7,750 | ₹8,755 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,705 | ₹8,870 | ₹9,290 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,675 | ₹8,905 | ₹9,290 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Taleja APMC on 31 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.