From today's trading desk on 17 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Unava APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,855
- Lowest Price Today₹7,945
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Cotton is about 4.2% above the period average — just 24.8% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC Leader | ₹9,825 |
| 2 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 4 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,748 |
| 5 Babra APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 6 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,605 |
| 7 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 8 Gooti APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Bhesan APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Una APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Unava APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Kanakagiri 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.
A spread of ₹325 (3.4%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Unava APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹12,625, with the average around ₹9,118. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹9,855 | ₹7,945 | ₹9,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,725 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,005 | ₹8,055 | ₹9,375 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,375 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,775 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,375 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,755 | ₹7,755 | ₹9,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,760 | ₹7,675 | ₹9,005 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,605 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,805 | ₹8,155 | ₹8,505 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,045 | ₹8,125 | ₹8,505 |
| 21 Sep | ₹12,625 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,005 |
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 day's best Cotton rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Unava APMC on 17 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.