Pulling together the 12 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,079 per quintal in Bailahongal APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Bailahongal APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,200
- Lowest Price Today₹7,950
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,079
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (N-44)
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.
Right now Cotton is about 0.2% above the period average — just 6.4% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khair APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Gundlupet APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 5 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,833 |
| 6 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 8 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,626 |
| 9 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 10 Talikot APMC | ₹9,586 |
| 11 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,570 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹4,430 (46.3%) 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 Bailahongal APMC ranged between ₹7,600 and ₹9,700, with the average around ₹9,064. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹7,950 | ₹9,079 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,700 | ₹8,300 | ₹9,534 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,700 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,523 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,250 | ₹8,560 | ₹9,159 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,400 | ₹8,680 | ₹9,260 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,200 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,072 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,900 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,575 |
| 15 Jul | ₹8,950 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,478 |
| 08 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,897 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Bailahongal APMC logged this Cotton rate on 12 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.