In the day's wholesale-price digest for 04 Nov 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,305 per quintal in Ballari APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Cotton markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Ballari APMC on Top Today
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₹9,900
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,305
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Nov 2026
- CommodityCotton (H4)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cotton is about 4.2% above the period average — just 6.0% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 04 Nov 2026, so you can see where Ballari APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mahuva(Station Road) APMC Leader | ₹15,540 |
| 2 Dharwar APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 3 Santhesargur APMC | ₹12,335 |
| 4 Sailana APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Indi APMC | ₹9,680 |
| 6 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,557 |
| 7 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,392 |
| 8 Ballari APMC | ₹9,305 |
| 9 Parchur APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 10 APMC Akola APMC | ₹9,287 |
| 11 Babra APMC | ₹9,285 |
| 12 Talikot APMC | ₹9,284 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
A spread of ₹6,256 (67.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Ballari APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹9,900, with the average around ₹8,926. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Nov | ₹9,050 | ₹5,400 | ₹7,940 |
| 04 Nov | ₹9,900 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,305 |
| 02 Nov | ₹9,340 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,140 |
| 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
The day's best Cotton rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Ballari APMC on 04 Nov 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.