Checking the day's mandi numbers for 12 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,011 per quintal in Gadag 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
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,011
- Lowest Price Today₹9,011
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,011
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Cotton is about 5.4% above the period average — just 5.7% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khair APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Gundlupet APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Santhesargur APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 4 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 6 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,833 |
| 7 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 8 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 9 Morbi APMC | ₹9,570 |
| 10 Dhari APMC | ₹9,555 |
| 11 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,505 |
| 12 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹4,500 (47.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Gadag APMC ranged between ₹7,250 and ₹9,559, with the average around ₹8,552. 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 | ₹9,011 | ₹9,011 | ₹9,011 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,559 | ₹9,559 | ₹9,559 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,350 | ₹9,350 | ₹9,350 |
| 05 Sep | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,100 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,099 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,410 | ₹8,410 | ₹8,410 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,450 | ₹8,450 | ₹8,450 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,460 | ₹8,460 | ₹8,460 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,440 | ₹8,440 | ₹8,440 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 |
| 25 Jun | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 |
| 24 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Jun | ₹7,250 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,250 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Gadag APMC on 12 Oct 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.