In today's crop-price rundown for 31 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,900 per quintal in Ballari APMC. This is one of several Cotton rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
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₹9,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (H4)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 0.9% below the period average, and just 9.6% 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 31 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bailahongal APMC Leader | ₹11,475 |
| 2 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 3 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Raichur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Sendhwa APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Parchur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Babra APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Shree Salasar Krushi Bazar, Dist Parbhani APMC | ₹9,474 |
| 9 Talikot APMC | ₹9,422 |
| 10 Upleta APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 11 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,395 |
| 12 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,388 |
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.
The ₹2,087 (22.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Ballari APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹9,850, with the average around ₹8,981. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,900 |
| 30 Oct | ₹8,935 | ₹7,950 | ₹8,520 |
| 29 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,058 | ₹9,250 |
| 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
If you're chasing the best rate for Cotton today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Ballari APMC on 31 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.