Pulling together the 13 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,555 per quintal in Visnagar APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,610
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,555
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Cotton is about 4.8% above the period average — just 22.3% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 13 Oct 2026, so you can see where Visnagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹13,876 |
| 2 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 4 Talikot APMC | ₹9,713 |
| 5 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 6 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,680 |
| 7 Vankaner APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 8 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 9 Babra APMC | ₹9,525 |
| 10 JASDAN APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Una APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Bhesan APMC | ₹9,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹4,376 (46.1%) 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 Visnagar APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹11,005, with the average around ₹8,163. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹9,610 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,555 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,700 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,350 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,955 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,727 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,750 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,625 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,255 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,127 |
| 22 Sep | ₹10,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹11,005 | ₹6,505 | ₹8,755 |
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
Going to the top Cotton market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Visnagar APMC on 13 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.