As fresh arrivals settled on 14 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,658 per quintal in Dasada Patadi APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,750
- Lowest Price Today₹9,555
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,658
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Shanker 4 31mm FIne)
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.
Today's rate is about 1.5% below the period average and just 4.9% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 14 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dhoraji APMC Leader | ₹9,880 |
| 2 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 3 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 4 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 5 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 6 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,658 |
| 7 Anjar APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 Morbi APMC | ₹9,595 |
| 9 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 10 Kalawad APMC | ₹9,520 |
| 11 Vankaner APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Adoni APMC | ₹9,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹380 (4.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Day Trend
Over the last 2 days, Cotton prices at Dasada Patadi APMC ranged between ₹8,250 and ₹10,155, with the average around ₹9,804. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹9,555 | ₹9,658 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,155 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,950 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Dasada Patadi APMC posted this Cotton rate on 14 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.