Pulling together the 22 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,312 per quintal in Visnagar APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Cotton arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,625
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,312
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cotton is about 0.3% above the period average — just 24.5% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 22 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹12,350 |
| 2 Manavdar APMC | ₹10,025 |
| 3 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,825 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,680 |
| 5 Gooti APMC | ₹9,679 |
| 6 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,656 |
| 7 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 Morbi APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 9 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 10 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 11 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 12 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) 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.
That ₹2,850 (30.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹8,288. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹9,625 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,312 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,705 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,102 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,655 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,327 |
| 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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Cotton, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Visnagar APMC on 22 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.