With the 13 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,758 per quintal in Vijayapura APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,894
- Lowest Price Today₹7,055
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,758
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bunny)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.5% above the period average and just 5.3% short of 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 13 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹13,876 |
| 2 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,758 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 5 Dhari APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 6 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 7 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 8 Talikot APMC | ₹9,713 |
| 9 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 10 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,680 |
| 11 Vankaner APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 12 Anjar APMC | ₹9,650 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹4,226 (43.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Vijayapura APMC ranged between ₹5,070 and ₹10,309, with the average around ₹9,613. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹9,894 | ₹7,055 | ₹9,758 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,789 | ₹7,004 | ₹9,626 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,712 | ₹6,811 | ₹9,589 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,729 | ₹7,007 | ₹9,598 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,899 | ₹7,001 | ₹9,624 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,859 | ₹7,587 | ₹9,584 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,309 | ₹7,575 | ₹9,806 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,171 | ₹6,009 | ₹9,986 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,281 | ₹8,859 | ₹10,112 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,170 | ₹8,010 | ₹10,143 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,110 | ₹8,600 | ₹10,011 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,981 | ₹8,010 | ₹9,815 |
| 05 Sep | ₹9,931 | ₹8,510 | ₹9,561 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,961 | ₹8,070 | ₹9,641 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,011 | ₹7,010 | ₹9,697 |
| 01 Sep | ₹10,061 | ₹8,881 | ₹9,839 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,101 | ₹7,071 | ₹9,812 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,939 | ₹8,010 | ₹9,629 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,861 | ₹8,211 | ₹9,484 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,899 | ₹8,315 | ₹9,085 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 13 Oct 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Vijayapura APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.