Reading today's price tape for 02 Nov 2026, Rona APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹17,400 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,500
- Lowest Price Today₹17,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Nov 2026
- CommodityCotton (Jayadhar)
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 30.0% above the period average — just 3.3% 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 02 Nov 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rona APMC Leader | ₹17,400 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Indi APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 4 Babra APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Sendhwa APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Raichur APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 7 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 8 Talikot APMC | ₹9,353 |
| 9 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 10 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 11 Dhari APMC | ₹9,325 |
| 12 Luxettipet APMC | ₹9,300 |
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 ₹8,100 (87.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Rona APMC ranged between ₹9,100 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹13,382. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Nov | ₹17,500 | ₹17,100 | ₹17,400 |
| 28 Oct | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,140 | ₹9,140 | ₹9,140 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton found its strongest bid at Rona APMC on 02 Nov 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.