Looking at how the yards traded on 12 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,040 per quintal in Siddhpur APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Cotton markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,805
- Lowest Price Today₹8,275
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,040
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (H.Y.4 (Unginned))
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 0.5% below the period average — just 29.2% 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 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khair APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Gundlupet APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 5 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,833 |
| 6 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 8 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,626 |
| 9 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 10 Talikot APMC | ₹9,586 |
| 11 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,570 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹4,430 (46.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
055-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 5 days, Cotton prices at Siddhpur APMC ranged between ₹7,255 and ₹12,760, with the average around ₹9,085. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹9,805 | ₹8,275 | ₹9,040 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,950 | ₹8,055 | ₹9,002 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹7,625 | ₹8,562 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,025 | ₹8,605 | ₹8,815 |
| 22 Sep | ₹12,760 | ₹7,255 | ₹10,007 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Cotton today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Siddhpur APMC on 12 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.