Reading today's price tape for 21 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Dhamnod APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Dhamnod APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,250
- Lowest Price Today₹8,405
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Cotton is about 12.5% above the period average — just 5.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Dhamnod APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Saharanpur APMC Leader | ₹15,900 |
| 2 Khair APMC | ₹11,450 |
| 3 Khetia APMC | ₹10,580 |
| 4 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,919 |
| 5 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 6 Savanur APMC | ₹9,677 |
| 7 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,665 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 9 Khargone APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 10 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 11 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,570 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,555 |
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 ₹6,345 (66.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Dhamnod APMC ranged between ₹20 and ₹9,551, with the average around ₹8,003. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹9,250 | ₹8,405 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,200 |
| 18 Oct | ₹8,900 | ₹8,550 | ₹8,800 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,180 | ₹20 | ₹9,180 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,250 | ₹8,300 | ₹9,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,175 | ₹9,175 | ₹9,175 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,551 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,895 | ₹8,895 | ₹8,895 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹9,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,070 | ₹5,465 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,210 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹5,010 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,505 | ₹5,800 | ₹7,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹4,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹6,650 | ₹7,100 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,130 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,050 | ₹5,800 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,450 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,450 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,700 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
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
The headline Cotton rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Dhamnod APMC logged this Cotton rate on 21 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.