As fresh arrivals settled on 28 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,300 per quintal in Raichur APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Cotton today.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,700
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (H4)
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.
This puts Cotton about 3.5% above the period average, and just 10.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 28 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹10,429 |
| 3 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,925 |
| 4 Talikot APMC | ₹9,621 |
| 5 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 6 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,535 |
| 7 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,507 |
| 8 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Haveri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,455 |
| 11 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,454 |
| 12 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,450 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹2,050 (21.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Raichur APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹10,345, with the average around ₹8,984. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹9,700 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,300 |
| 27 Oct | ₹9,765 | ₹8,081 | ₹9,412 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,900 | ₹8,450 | ₹9,510 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,811 | ₹8,300 | ₹9,491 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹8,240 | ₹9,550 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,991 | ₹6,700 | ₹9,601 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,981 | ₹6,850 | ₹9,133 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹9,451 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,972 | ₹7,400 | ₹9,097 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹7,479 | ₹9,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹8,151 | ₹9,450 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,040 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,616 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,720 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,447 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,307 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,985 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,724 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,496 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,050 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,811 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,056 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,060 | ₹7,330 | ₹9,849 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,345 | ₹7,650 | ₹9,702 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Raichur APMC reported Cotton at this level on 28 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.