In the price report dated 27 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,200 per quintal in APMC HALVAD APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,575
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 0.3% above the period average, and just 9.4% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 27 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rona APMC Leader | ₹18,000 |
| 2 Shree Salasar Krushi Bazar, Dist Parbhani APMC | ₹9,752 |
| 3 Talikot APMC | ₹9,640 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 Anjar APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 6 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,596 |
| 7 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,594 |
| 8 Babra APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 9 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,505 |
| 10 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Soundati APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 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.
The ₹8,500 (89.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at APMC HALVAD APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹10,160, with the average around ₹9,177. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹9,490 | ₹8,255 | ₹9,050 |
| 27 Oct | ₹9,575 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,200 |
| 26 Oct | ₹9,675 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,325 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,450 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,825 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,400 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,645 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,665 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,250 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,770 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,725 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,765 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,300 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,780 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,375 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,725 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,550 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,635 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,620 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,300 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,750 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,980 | ₹7,505 | ₹9,150 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,910 | ₹7,255 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,540 | ₹7,250 | ₹8,875 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,850 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,540 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,750 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Cotton yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: APMC HALVAD APMC reported Cotton at this level on 27 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.