In today's crop-price rundown for 12 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,349 per quintal in Haveri APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Cotton today.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,609
- Lowest Price Today₹8,396
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,349
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Narma BT Cotton)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 9.6% above the period average, and just 2.7% short of 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 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khair APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Gundlupet APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 5 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,833 |
| 6 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 8 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,626 |
| 9 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 10 Talikot APMC | ₹9,586 |
| 11 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,570 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹4,430 (46.3%), 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 Haveri APMC ranged between ₹3,389 and ₹9,609, with the average around ₹8,529. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹9,609 | ₹8,396 | ₹9,349 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,535 | ₹8,629 | ₹9,415 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹8,099 | ₹8,993 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,529 | ₹8,789 | ₹9,365 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,509 | ₹3,389 | ₹9,176 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,289 | ₹6,169 | ₹8,508 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,569 | ₹6,799 | ₹7,119 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,009 | ₹6,750 | ₹7,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,419 | ₹7,269 | ₹7,366 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
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
Selling Cotton well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Haveri APMC on 12 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.