From today's trading desk on 24 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,350 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 mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,350
- Lowest Price Today₹9,350
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cotton is about 7.3% above the period average — just 2.2% 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 24 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 Bailahongal APMC Leader | ₹10,051 |
| 2 Dhari APMC | ₹9,880 |
| 3 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,875 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 5 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 6 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 7 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,630 |
| 8 Talikot APMC | ₹9,624 |
| 9 Babra APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 10 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 11 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,575 |
| 12 APMC Ralegaon 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.
A spread of ₹551 (5.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
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 ₹8,714. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹9,350 | ₹9,350 | ₹9,350 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,350 | ₹9,350 | ₹9,350 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Cotton yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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 24 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.