Reading today's price tape for 22 Oct 2026, Santhesargur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,350 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,350
- Lowest Price Today₹11,721
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (DCH-32(Unginned))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Cotton is about 15.7% above the period average — right at 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 22 Oct 2026, so you can see where Santhesargur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹12,350 |
| 2 Manavdar APMC | ₹10,025 |
| 3 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,825 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,680 |
| 5 Gooti APMC | ₹9,679 |
| 6 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,656 |
| 7 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 Morbi APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 9 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 10 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 11 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 12 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,850 (30.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Santhesargur APMC ranged between ₹7,650 and ₹12,350, with the average around ₹10,671. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹12,350 | ₹11,721 | ₹12,350 |
| 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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton found its strongest bid at Santhesargur APMC on 22 Oct 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.