Pulling together the 19 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Santhesargur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,200 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What Put Santhesargur APMC on Top Today
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,200
- Lowest Price Today₹11,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (PCO2)
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.
At this level, Cotton is about 15.5% above the period average, sitting just 0.4% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹2,585 (26.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Santhesargur APMC ranged between ₹7,650 and ₹12,255, with the average around ₹10,566. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹12,200 | ₹11,800 | ₹12,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,650 | ₹7,650 | ₹7,650 |
| 24 Sep | ₹12,255 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,439 | ₹9,439 | ₹9,439 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹12,200 | ₹11,477 | ₹11,900 |
| 04 Sep | ₹11,900 | ₹11,900 | ₹11,900 |
| 02 Sep | ₹11,400 | ₹11,400 | ₹11,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,039 | ₹12,039 | ₹12,039 |
| 05 Aug | ₹11,840 | ₹11,718 | ₹11,718 |
| 03 Aug | ₹11,640 | ₹11,640 | ₹11,640 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,525 | ₹9,525 | ₹9,525 |
| 28 Jul | ₹11,600 | ₹11,600 | ₹11,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,350 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹8,950 | ₹8,950 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Cotton yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
To sum up, Santhesargur APMC led Cotton on 19 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.