As fresh arrivals settled on 19 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,485 per quintal in Dhrol APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Cotton yards.
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₹10,105
- Lowest Price Today₹8,860
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,485
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 17.2% above the period average and just 7.5% 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 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jamnagar APMC Leader | ₹9,775 |
| 2 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 3 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 4 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 5 Morbi APMC | ₹9,635 |
| 6 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,630 |
| 7 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,555 |
| 8 Vadali APMC | ₹9,513 |
| 9 Anjar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,485 |
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 ₹290 (3.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Dhrol APMC ranged between ₹4,425 and ₹10,255, with the average around ₹8,090. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹10,105 | ₹8,860 | ₹9,485 |
| 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 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 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.