Based on what the markets reported on 28 Oct 2026, Santhesargur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,500 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,362
- Lowest Price Today₹11,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (DCH-32(Unginned))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cotton is about 7.3% above the period average, sitting just 7.0% 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 28 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹10,429 |
| 3 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,455 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 6 Devadurga APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 7 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 8 Babra APMC | ₹9,275 |
| 9 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,230 |
| 10 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 11 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 12 Una APMC | ₹9,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
A spread of ₹2,300 (25.0%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Santhesargur APMC ranged between ₹7,650 and ₹12,362, with the average around ₹10,717. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹12,362 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 |
| 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
Before carting Cotton to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach 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
To sum up, Santhesargur APMC led Cotton on 28 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.