In the day's wholesale-price digest for 19 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,424 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,919
- Lowest Price Today₹4,016
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,424
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Narma BT Cotton)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Cotton is about 4.5% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹12,200 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,997 |
| 3 Talikot APMC | ₹9,941 |
| 4 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,925 |
| 5 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,865 |
| 6 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 7 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 8 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 9 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 10 Morbi APMC | ₹9,635 |
| 11 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,630 |
| 12 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,615 |
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.
The ₹2,585 (26.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Ranebennur APMC ranged between ₹2,099 and ₹12,699, with the average around ₹9,014. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹9,919 | ₹4,016 | ₹9,424 |
| 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 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Ranebennur APMC on 19 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.