Reading today's price tape for 19 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,800 per quintal in Petlawad APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Petlawad APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,800
- Lowest Price Today₹7,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Cotton is about 7.2% above the period average, sitting just 2.5% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹12,200 |
| 2 Muzzafarnagar APMC | ₹10,790 |
| 3 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,997 |
| 4 Talikot APMC | ₹9,941 |
| 5 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,925 |
| 6 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,865 |
| 7 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 8 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 9 APMC Kille Dharur APMC | ₹9,702 |
| 10 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 11 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 12 Babra APMC | ₹9,645 |
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 ₹2,555 (26.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
054-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 4 days, Cotton prices at Petlawad APMC ranged between ₹6,100 and ₹8,001, with the average around ₹7,275. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,001 | ₹7,201 | ₹8,001 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Petlawad APMC on 19 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.