Here's the 22 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Cotton was quoted at ₹9,100 per quintal in Dhamnod APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,205
- Lowest Price Today₹8,701
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 13.2% above the period average, sitting just 4.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 22 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,679 |
| 2 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 5 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 6 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Babra APMC | ₹9,475 |
| 9 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 10 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,395 |
| 11 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,387 |
| 12 Chotila 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.
That ₹329 (3.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Dhamnod APMC ranged between ₹20 and ₹9,551, with the average around ₹8,038. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹9,205 | ₹8,701 | ₹9,100 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Dhamnod APMC on 22 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.