In the mandi rate roundup for 23 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,375 per quintal in Chotila APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,550
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,375
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Shanker 6 (B) 30mm FIne)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 1.6% above the period average and just 3.8% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bailahongal APMC Leader | ₹12,207 |
| 2 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,975 |
| 3 Shree Salasar Krushi Bazar, Dist Parbhani APMC | ₹9,803 |
| 4 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 6 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,715 |
| 7 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,690 |
| 8 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,655 |
| 9 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 10 Talikot APMC | ₹9,648 |
| 11 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,640 |
| 12 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,631 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹2,576 (26.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Chotila APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹9,750, with the average around ₹9,223. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹9,550 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,375 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,350 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,550 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,350 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,350 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,550 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,350 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,350 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,625 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,650 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,850 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Chotila APMC posted this Cotton rate on 23 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.