As the 17 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,100 per quintal in Gadag APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Cotton markets.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,100
- Lowest Price Today₹9,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 5.5% above the period average and just 4.8% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Gadag APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vijayapura APMC Leader | ₹9,858 |
| 2 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,825 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Vadali APMC | ₹9,778 |
| 5 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 6 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 7 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,748 |
| 8 Dhari APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 9 Babra APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 10 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,678 |
| 11 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,605 |
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.
At ₹253 (2.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Gadag APMC ranged between ₹7,250 and ₹9,559, with the average around ₹8,626. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,900 | ₹8,900 | ₹8,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,101 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,072 |
| 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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Gadag APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.