In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,778 per quintal in Vadali APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Cotton markets.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,105
- Lowest Price Today₹9,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,778
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
At this level, Cotton is about 2.5% above the period average, sitting just 3.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vijayapura APMC Leader | ₹9,858 |
| 2 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,825 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Vadali APMC | ₹9,778 |
| 5 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 6 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 7 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,748 |
| 8 Dhari APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 9 Babra APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 10 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,678 |
| 11 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,605 |
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.
The ₹253 (2.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Vadali APMC ranged between ₹8,755 and ₹10,105, with the average around ₹9,541. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹10,105 | ₹9,450 | ₹9,778 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,950 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,475 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,925 | ₹9,450 | ₹9,688 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,925 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,463 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,925 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,463 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,005 | ₹8,755 | ₹9,380 |
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
Farmers comparing Cotton rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Vadali APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.