Checking the day's mandi numbers for 28 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,535 per quintal in Jamnagar APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Jamnagar APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,725
- Lowest Price Today₹8,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,535
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cotton is about 8.6% above the period average — just 30.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 28 Oct 2026, so you can see where Jamnagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹10,429 |
| 3 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,925 |
| 4 Talikot APMC | ₹9,621 |
| 5 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 6 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,535 |
| 7 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,507 |
| 8 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Haveri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,455 |
| 11 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,454 |
| 12 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,450 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹2,050 (21.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Jamnagar APMC ranged between ₹4,750 and ₹13,755, with the average around ₹8,781. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹9,725 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,535 |
| 26 Oct | ₹10,075 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,825 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,925 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,715 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,925 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,825 |
| 19 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,775 |
| 17 Oct | ₹10,025 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,625 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,900 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,725 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,925 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,725 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,925 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,625 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,750 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,845 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹6,850 | ₹8,875 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹9,195 |
| 21 Sep | ₹10,250 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,875 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,975 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹9,125 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,875 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,225 | ₹8,850 | ₹9,935 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,025 | ₹7,625 | ₹9,275 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,350 | ₹6,450 | ₹8,975 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,200 | ₹9,450 | ₹10,050 |
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
Selling Cotton well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Jamnagar APMC on 28 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.