With the 16 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,050 per quintal in Sendhwa APMC. See where this sits in the day's Cotton range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Sendhwa APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 15.3% above the period average, and just 9.4% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Sendhwa APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹12,990 |
| 2 Arasikere APMC | ₹12,400 |
| 3 Bailahongal APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 4 Saharanpur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 5 Talikot APMC | ₹9,983 |
| 6 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,867 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 8 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 9 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,778 |
| 10 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 11 Dhari APMC | ₹9,735 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,730 |
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.
The ₹3,260 (33.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Sendhwa APMC ranged between ₹5,700 and ₹9,991, with the average around ₹7,847. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,050 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,991 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,991 | ₹8,275 | ₹8,950 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,835 | ₹8,150 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹5,700 | ₹8,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,811 | ₹6,088 | ₹8,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,550 | ₹5,830 | ₹6,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,050 | ₹8,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,328 | ₹7,325 | ₹7,328 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,150 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,305 | ₹7,100 | ₹9,111 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,825 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,825 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,811 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,521 | ₹6,925 | ₹6,925 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,151 | ₹7,150 | ₹7,151 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,005 | ₹8,001 | ₹8,001 |
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
Going to the top Cotton market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Sendhwa APMC reported Cotton at this level on 16 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.