From today's trading desk on 20 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,420 per quintal in Dhrol APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Cotton markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,840
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,420
- Reporting Mandis11
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Cotton is about 15.7% above the period average, sitting just 8.1% 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 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dhoraji APMC Leader | ₹9,605 |
| 2 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,420 |
| 3 Khargone APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 4 Rani APMC | ₹9,159 |
| 5 Gandhwani APMC | ₹9,125 |
| 6 Kukshi APMC | ₹9,010 |
| 7 Anjad APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Mundi APMC | ₹8,790 |
| 9 Suratgarh APMC | ₹8,650 |
| 10 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Markapur APMC | ₹8,200 |
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 ₹1,405 (17.1%), 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 ₹8,145. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,840 | ₹9,420 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Cotton, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Dhrol APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.