In the price report dated 29 Oct 2026, Santhesargur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,800 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Cotton today, setting the tone for the session.
01What Put Santhesargur APMC on Top Today
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,800
- Lowest Price Today₹11,982
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (PCO2)
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.
Today's rate is about 18.2% above the period average and right at the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 29 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹12,800 |
| 2 Arasikere APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 4 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,395 |
| 5 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,390 |
| 6 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,380 |
| 7 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,380 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 9 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,360 |
| 10 Dhari APMC | ₹9,355 |
| 11 Haveri APMC | ₹9,355 |
| 12 Anjar APMC | ₹9,350 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹3,450 (36.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Santhesargur APMC ranged between ₹7,650 and ₹12,800, with the average around ₹10,827. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹12,800 | ₹11,982 | ₹12,800 |
| 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
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
Bottom line: on 29 Oct 2026, Santhesargur APMC set the pace for Cotton. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.