In the latest market update for 16 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,350 per quintal in Jasdan(Vichhiya) 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
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,700
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Shanker 6 (B) 30mm FIne)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Cotton is about 1.2% above the period average — just 4.6% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Arasikere APMC Leader | ₹12,400 |
| 2 Santhesargur APMC | ₹11,925 |
| 3 Bailahongal APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 4 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 6 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 7 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 8 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,630 |
| 9 Gooti APMC | ₹9,599 |
| 10 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,585 |
| 11 Sayala APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 12 Khetia APMC | ₹9,550 |
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 (29.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
055-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 5 days, Cotton prices at Jasdan(Vichhiya) APMC ranged between ₹8,250 and ₹9,800, with the average around ₹9,240. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹9,700 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,350 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,800 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,450 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,800 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,025 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,125 |
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
Selling Cotton well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Jasdan(Vichhiya) APMC logged this Cotton rate on 16 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.