In the price report dated 17 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,460 per quintal in Ballari APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Cotton yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,850
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,460
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (N-44)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its Today Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 0.0% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sendhwa APMC Leader | ₹9,990 |
| 2 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,825 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 5 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,748 |
| 6 Dhari APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 7 Babra APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 8 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 9 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,605 |
| 10 Raichur APMC | ₹9,601 |
| 11 Adoni APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 12 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,550 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹440 (4.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05Today's Price Snapshot
Over the today, Cotton prices at Ballari APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹9,850, with the average around ₹9,460. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Ballari APMC reported Cotton at this level on 17 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.