In the latest market update for 21 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,250 per quintal in JASDAN APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Shanker 6 (B) 30mm FIne)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Cotton is about 2.2% above the period average — just 7.1% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where JASDAN APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Saharanpur APMC Leader | ₹15,900 |
| 2 Khair APMC | ₹11,450 |
| 3 Khetia APMC | ₹10,580 |
| 4 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,919 |
| 5 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 6 Savanur APMC | ₹9,677 |
| 7 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,665 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 9 Khargone APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 10 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 11 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,570 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,555 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹6,345 (66.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at JASDAN APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹9,960, with the average around ₹9,052. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,250 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,700 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹7,750 | ₹9,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,900 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,950 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,385 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹6,750 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹6,750 | ₹8,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,550 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,675 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,875 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,125 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,855 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,350 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,905 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,955 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,960 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,350 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,950 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,875 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,615 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,250 |
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
The day's best Cotton rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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 JASDAN APMC on 21 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.