Turning to the 22 Oct 2026 APMC board, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,050 per quintal in Kalediya 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₹8,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 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.
Today's rate is about 7.5% above the period average and just 1.6% 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 22 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jamnagar APMC Leader | ₹9,825 |
| 2 Gooti APMC | ₹9,679 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 6 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 7 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Babra APMC | ₹9,475 |
| 10 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 11 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,395 |
| 12 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,387 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹438 (4.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Kalediya APMC ranged between ₹7,700 and ₹9,200, with the average around ₹8,417. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹9,175 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,050 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,175 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,075 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,825 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,075 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,975 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,925 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,700 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,900 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,650 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,850 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,550 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,875 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,475 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,850 | ₹8,275 | ₹8,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹8,950 | ₹9,050 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,050 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,125 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,025 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,125 | ₹8,950 | ₹9,050 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,125 | ₹8,950 | ₹9,025 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹8,850 | ₹9,025 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,050 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,175 | ₹8,850 | ₹9,050 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,050 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹8,850 | ₹9,050 |
| 12 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
When picking where to sell Cotton, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 22 Oct 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Kalediya APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.