In the day's wholesale-price digest for 19 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,250 per quintal in Mansa 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 mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,635
- Lowest Price Today₹8,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cotton is about 1.0% above the period average, sitting just 4.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹12,200 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,997 |
| 3 Talikot APMC | ₹9,941 |
| 4 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,925 |
| 5 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,865 |
| 6 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 7 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 8 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 9 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 10 Morbi APMC | ₹9,635 |
| 11 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,630 |
| 12 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,615 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,585 (26.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Mansa APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹9,670, with the average around ₹9,162. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹9,635 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,250 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,625 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,670 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,450 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,650 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,450 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,630 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,620 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,375 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,615 | ₹7,750 | ₹9,450 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,820 | ₹8,820 | ₹8,820 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,880 | ₹8,880 | ₹8,880 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,655 | ₹8,655 | ₹8,655 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,910 | ₹8,910 | ₹8,910 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,900 | ₹8,900 | ₹8,900 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Mansa APMC on 19 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.