Across the reporting yards on 17 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,750 per quintal in Dhrol APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Dhrol APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,250
- Lowest Price Today₹9,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 21.5% above the period average and just 4.9% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khetia APMC Leader | ₹10,575 |
| 2 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 3 Babra APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 4 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,605 |
| 5 Gooti APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Bhesan APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Una APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 10 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,225 |
| 11 Khargone APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 12 Anjad APMC | ₹9,150 |
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.
At ₹1,425 (15.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Dhrol APMC ranged between ₹4,425 and ₹10,255, with the average around ₹8,026. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹10,250 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,255 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,630 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,080 | ₹9,180 | ₹9,630 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,980 | ₹8,850 | ₹9,415 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,840 | ₹8,725 | ₹9,285 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,755 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,230 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,675 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,590 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,480 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,240 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,475 | ₹7,075 | ₹7,275 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,740 | ₹8,660 | ₹8,700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,740 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,120 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,860 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,430 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,850 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,825 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,650 | ₹7,350 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,650 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,325 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,450 |
| 03 Jul | ₹8,590 | ₹7,750 | ₹8,170 |
| 30 Jun | ₹8,700 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,950 |
| 25 Jun | ₹7,450 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,425 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Dhrol 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.