Reading today's price tape for 17 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,025 per quintal in Kalawad APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,025
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
At this level, Cotton is about 1.6% above the period average, sitting just 12.0% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sendhwa APMC Leader | ₹9,990 |
| 2 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,825 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 5 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,748 |
| 6 Dhari APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 7 Babra APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 8 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 9 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,605 |
| 10 Raichur APMC | ₹9,601 |
| 11 Adoni APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 12 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,550 |
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.
That ₹440 (4.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹8,880. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,025 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,050 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,510 |
| 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
Farmers comparing Cotton rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Kalawad APMC on 17 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.