Across the reporting yards on 22 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,300 per quintal in Vankaner APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,725
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 2.3% above the period average and just 9.0% 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
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 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,825 |
| 3 Gooti APMC | ₹9,679 |
| 4 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,656 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 6 Morbi APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 7 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 9 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 10 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Sayala 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.
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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Vankaner APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹10,225, with the average around ₹9,088. 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 | ₹9,725 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,300 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,700 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,300 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,675 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,300 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,625 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,760 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,350 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,650 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vankaner APMC posted this Cotton rate on 22 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.