Looking at how the yards traded on 16 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,400 per quintal in Dhragradhra APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹9,805
- Lowest Price Today₹8,755
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (RCH-2)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Cotton is about 0.5% above the period average — just 32.9% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Dhragradhra APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹12,990 |
| 2 Arasikere APMC | ₹12,400 |
| 3 Bailahongal APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 4 Saharanpur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 5 Talikot APMC | ₹9,983 |
| 6 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,867 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 8 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 9 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,778 |
| 10 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 11 Dhari APMC | ₹9,735 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,730 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹3,260 (33.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Dhragradhra APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹14,005, with the average around ₹9,357. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹9,805 | ₹8,755 | ₹9,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,755 | ₹9,110 | ₹9,475 |
| 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
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Dhragradhra 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.