Here's the 29 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Cotton was quoted at ₹8,800 per quintal in Kukshi APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,450
- Lowest Price Today₹6,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Cotton is about 4.7% above the period average — just 16.2% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 29 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Arasikere APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 3 Savanur APMC | ₹9,572 |
| 4 Talikot APMC | ₹9,535 |
| 5 Sendhwa APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 7 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,447 |
| 8 APMC Pulgaon APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 9 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,395 |
| 10 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,390 |
| 11 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,380 |
| 12 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,380 |
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.
The ₹620 (6.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Kukshi APMC ranged between ₹13 and ₹10,500, with the average around ₹8,407. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Oct | ₹9,450 | ₹6,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 28 Oct | ₹9,475 | ₹2,650 | ₹9,100 |
| 27 Oct | ₹9,050 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,050 |
| 26 Oct | ₹9,210 | ₹9,040 | ₹9,210 |
| 25 Oct | ₹9,050 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹8,925 | ₹8,825 | ₹8,925 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,270 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,050 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,050 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,025 | ₹8,820 | ₹9,025 |
| 20 Oct | ₹9,050 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,050 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,430 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,430 |
| 18 Oct | ₹9,950 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,100 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,900 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,235 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,900 | ₹13 | ₹9,150 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,020 | ₹8,995 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,700 | ₹7,800 | ₹9,155 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,690 | ₹7,980 | ₹8,040 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Cotton rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
To wrap up, Kukshi APMC logged this Cotton rate on 29 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.