Turning to the 28 Oct 2026 APMC board, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Ballari APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Cotton arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,600
- Lowest Price Today₹8,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (H4)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 4-Day Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 6.1% below the period average, and just 13.7% 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 28 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rona APMC Leader | ₹17,500 |
| 2 Santhesargur APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 3 Bailahongal APMC | ₹10,429 |
| 4 Sendhwa APMC | ₹9,975 |
| 5 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,925 |
| 6 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 7 Talikot APMC | ₹9,621 |
| 8 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 9 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,535 |
| 10 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,507 |
| 11 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Haveri APMC | ₹9,500 |
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.
The ₹8,000 (84.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
054-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 4 days, Cotton prices at Ballari APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹9,850, with the average around ₹9,050. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹8,600 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹9,400 | ₹7,620 | ₹8,800 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,620 | ₹9,310 | ₹9,440 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,850 | ₹4,800 | ₹9,460 |
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
When picking where to sell Cotton, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
The takeaway: Ballari APMC reported Cotton at this level on 28 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.