Across the reporting yards on 16 Oct 2026, Arasikere APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,400 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Cotton leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,400
- Lowest Price Today₹12,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (DCH-32(Unginned))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 29.2% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Arasikere APMC Leader | ₹12,400 |
| 2 Santhesargur APMC | ₹11,925 |
| 3 Bailahongal APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 4 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 6 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 7 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 8 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,630 |
| 9 Gooti APMC | ₹9,599 |
| 10 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,585 |
| 11 Sayala APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 12 Khetia APMC | ₹9,550 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹2,850 (29.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Arasikere APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹12,400, with the average around ₹9,600. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹12,400 | ₹12,400 | ₹12,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Arasikere APMC was the market to beat for Cotton on 16 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.