With the 15 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Kalawad APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Cotton today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,125
- Lowest Price Today₹9,365
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 8.2% above the period average, and just 7.4% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Saharanpur APMC Leader | ₹14,900 |
| 2 Gundlupet APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Chitradurga APMC | ₹10,252 |
| 4 Talikot APMC | ₹9,929 |
| 5 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 6 Dhari APMC | ₹9,895 |
| 7 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 8 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 9 Bhesan APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 10 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 11 Vadali APMC | ₹9,688 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,680 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹5,220 (53.9%), 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Kalawad APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹10,255, with the average around ₹8,783. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹10,125 | ₹9,365 | ₹9,500 |
| 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
For Cotton, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Kalawad APMC on 15 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.