Across the reporting yards on 24 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,275 per quintal in Kalawad APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Cotton yard so you can see where this one falls.
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₹9,750
- Lowest Price Today₹8,525
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,275
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 3.4% above the period average, and just 9.6% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 24 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bailahongal APMC Leader | ₹10,051 |
| 2 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,875 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 4 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 5 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 6 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,630 |
| 7 Talikot APMC | ₹9,624 |
| 8 Babra APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 9 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 10 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,575 |
| 11 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹551 (5.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Kalawad APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹10,255, with the average around ₹8,971. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹8,525 | ₹9,275 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,865 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,465 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,775 | ₹8,265 | ₹9,125 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,515 | ₹8,515 | ₹8,925 |
| 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
The headline Cotton rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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 24 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.