In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,420 per quintal in Ranebennur APMC. This is one of several Cotton rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,589
- Lowest Price Today₹9,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,420
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Narma BT Cotton)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Cotton is about 4.6% above the period average — just 25.8% 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 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Ranebennur 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.
That ₹253 (2.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Ranebennur APMC ranged between ₹2,099 and ₹12,699, with the average around ₹9,005. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹9,589 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,420 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,589 | ₹9,589 | ₹9,589 |
| 15 Oct | ₹11,609 | ₹5,289 | ₹9,458 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,309 | ₹9,286 | ₹9,297 |
| 12 Oct | ₹11,380 | ₹4,011 | ₹9,206 |
| 24 Sep | ₹11,356 | ₹3,889 | ₹9,461 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,070 | ₹9,487 | ₹9,764 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,569 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,456 |
| 21 Sep | ₹12,699 | ₹4,431 | ₹9,405 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,659 | ₹9,359 | ₹9,577 |
| 18 Sep | ₹11,009 | ₹3,439 | ₹9,093 |
| 17 Sep | ₹11,009 | ₹3,439 | ₹9,093 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹9,900 | ₹9,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,169 | ₹9,813 | ₹9,991 |
| 11 Sep | ₹11,619 | ₹4,629 | ₹9,177 |
| 10 Sep | ₹11,600 | ₹3,700 | ₹7,650 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,470 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,235 |
| 07 Sep | ₹11,991 | ₹4,169 | ₹9,072 |
| 04 Sep | ₹9,259 | ₹9,189 | ₹9,224 |
| 03 Sep | ₹11,869 | ₹3,169 | ₹7,519 |
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
The headline Cotton rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Ranebennur APMC on 17 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.