With the 21 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,950 per quintal in Uchana APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,005
- Lowest Price Today₹8,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (American)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 2.5% above the period average, and just 4.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Saharanpur APMC Leader | ₹15,900 |
| 2 Khair APMC | ₹11,450 |
| 3 Khetia APMC | ₹10,580 |
| 4 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,919 |
| 5 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 6 Savanur APMC | ₹9,677 |
| 7 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,665 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 9 Khargone APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 10 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 11 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,570 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,555 |
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.
At ₹6,345 (66.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Uchana APMC ranged between ₹7,305 and ₹9,320, with the average around ₹8,733. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹9,005 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,950 |
| 20 Oct | ₹9,135 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,285 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,100 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,320 | ₹9,085 | ₹9,105 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,075 | ₹8,695 | ₹8,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,995 | ₹8,695 | ₹8,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,995 | ₹7,560 | ₹8,760 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,040 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,560 | ₹8,310 | ₹8,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,650 | ₹8,480 | ₹8,555 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,675 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,595 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,815 | ₹8,395 | ₹8,775 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,855 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,710 | ₹7,705 | ₹8,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,700 | ₹8,320 | ₹8,695 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,615 | ₹8,130 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,050 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,955 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹8,880 | ₹9,025 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,950 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,845 | ₹7,655 | ₹8,740 |
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
Before carting Cotton to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Uchana APMC on 21 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.