Across the reporting yards on 13 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,650 per quintal in Vankaner APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,110
- Lowest Price Today₹8,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 7.3% above the period average and just 5.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Bhesan APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Dhragradhra APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 JASDAN 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.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Vankaner APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹10,225, with the average around ₹8,995. 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 | ₹10,110 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,650 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,950 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,575 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,710 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,750 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,900 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,765 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,900 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,915 | ₹7,250 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,100 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,225 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,450 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,150 | ₹7,750 | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,055 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹7,400 | ₹9,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,930 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,100 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,845 | ₹7,750 | ₹9,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,300 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,750 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,355 | ₹7,700 | ₹8,700 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,300 | ₹8,150 | ₹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
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vankaner APMC posted this Cotton rate on 13 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.