Across the reporting yards on 14 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Dhragradhra APMC. This is one of several Cotton rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
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₹9,755
- Lowest Price Today₹8,960
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (RCH-2)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.6% above the period average and just 32.2% 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 14 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sendhwa APMC Leader | ₹9,950 |
| 2 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,880 |
| 3 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 4 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 5 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 6 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 7 Anjar APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 Morbi APMC | ₹9,595 |
| 9 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 10 Kalawad APMC | ₹9,520 |
| 11 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Vankaner APMC | ₹9,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹450 (4.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Dhragradhra APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹14,005, with the average around ₹9,346. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹9,755 | ₹8,960 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,855 | ₹9,090 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,665 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,450 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,430 | ₹7,560 | ₹8,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,330 | ₹7,120 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,320 | ₹7,555 | ₹8,675 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,545 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,360 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,755 | ₹8,660 | ₹9,350 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,300 | ₹9,170 | ₹10,005 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,105 | ₹9,105 | ₹9,105 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,530 | ₹8,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,950 | ₹8,250 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,605 | ₹8,605 | ₹8,605 |
| 22 Jul | ₹14,005 | ₹14,005 | ₹14,005 |
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
For Cotton, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Net-net, Dhragradhra 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.