Checking the day's mandi numbers for 14 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,520 per quintal in Kalawad APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,125
- Lowest Price Today₹7,350
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,520
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cotton is about 9.7% above the period average — just 7.2% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sendhwa APMC Leader | ₹9,950 |
| 2 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,880 |
| 3 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 4 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 5 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 6 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 7 Anjar APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 Morbi APMC | ₹9,595 |
| 9 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 10 Kalawad APMC | ₹9,520 |
| 11 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Vankaner APMC | ₹9,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹450 (4.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Kalawad APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹10,255, with the average around ₹8,681. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹10,125 | ₹7,350 | ₹9,520 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,250 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,025 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,510 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,475 | ₹8,150 | ₹8,585 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,525 | ₹8,025 | ₹9,025 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,250 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,850 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,255 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,510 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Kalawad APMC on 14 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.