As fresh arrivals settled on 31 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,850 per quintal in Gandhwani APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Cotton yards.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,400
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 5.1% above the period average and just 7.1% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sailana APMC Leader | ₹12,220 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹11,475 |
| 3 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 4 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,609 |
| 5 Raichur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Sendhwa APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Parchur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Babra APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Shree Salasar Krushi Bazar, Dist Parbhani APMC | ₹9,474 |
| 11 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,425 |
| 12 Talikot APMC | ₹9,422 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹2,798 (29.7%) 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 Gandhwani APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹9,525, with the average around ₹8,417. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Nov | ₹8,900 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,800 |
| 31 Oct | ₹9,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,850 |
| 30 Oct | ₹9,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,800 |
| 29 Oct | ₹9,460 | ₹6,700 | ₹8,800 |
| 28 Oct | ₹9,480 | ₹6,755 | ₹8,900 |
| 27 Oct | ₹9,480 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 26 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,100 |
| 25 Oct | ₹9,150 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,100 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,100 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,525 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,100 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,360 | ₹8,530 | ₹9,200 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,402 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,200 |
| 20 Oct | ₹9,150 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,125 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,100 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,100 |
| 18 Oct | ₹9,100 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,100 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,250 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,450 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,100 | ₹8,650 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,450 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,950 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,900 |
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
For Cotton, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Net-net, Gandhwani APMC posted this Cotton rate on 31 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.