In the price report dated 16 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,675 per quintal in Bodeliu APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,900
- Lowest Price Today₹8,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,675
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Shanker 6 (B) 30mm FIne)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 3.0% above the period average, and just 5.8% 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 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Arasikere APMC Leader | ₹12,400 |
| 2 Kukshi APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 4 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 5 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 6 Gooti APMC | ₹9,599 |
| 7 Sayala APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 8 Khetia APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 9 Babra APMC | ₹9,540 |
| 10 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,525 |
| 11 Kalawad APMC | ₹9,510 |
| 12 Jasdan(Vichhiya) APMC | ₹9,350 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹3,050 (32.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Bodeliu APMC ranged between ₹7,700 and ₹9,211, with the average around ₹8,423. 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 | ₹8,900 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,675 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,950 | ₹8,950 | ₹8,950 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,850 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹8,950 | ₹9,050 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,125 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,050 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,125 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,025 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,050 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,011 | ₹9,011 | ₹9,011 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,050 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹8,850 | ₹9,050 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,050 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,050 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,211 | ₹8,825 | ₹9,050 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,200 | ₹8,850 | ₹9,050 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,200 | ₹8,850 | ₹9,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Bodeliu APMC on 16 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.