Here's the 16 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Cotton was quoted at ₹8,850 per quintal in Mundi APMC. See where this sits in the day's Cotton range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Mundi APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,921
- Lowest Price Today₹8,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 14.3% above the period average, sitting just 3.2% 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 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹12,990 |
| 2 Arasikere APMC | ₹12,400 |
| 3 Bailahongal APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 4 Saharanpur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 5 Talikot APMC | ₹9,983 |
| 6 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,867 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 8 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 9 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,778 |
| 10 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 11 Dhari APMC | ₹9,735 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,730 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹3,260 (33.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Mundi APMC ranged between ₹5,550 and ₹9,141, with the average around ₹7,742. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹8,925 | ₹8,790 | ₹8,890 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,141 | ₹8,690 | ₹8,890 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,921 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,850 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,930 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,895 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,826 | ₹7,480 | ₹8,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,851 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,550 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,616 | ₹6,690 | ₹6,870 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,540 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,811 | ₹5,550 | ₹7,426 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,751 | ₹6,483 | ₹7,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹5,635 | ₹5,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,750 | ₹5,630 | ₹5,650 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,711 | ₹7,325 | ₹7,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,750 | ₹7,301 | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,470 | ₹7,470 | ₹7,470 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,560 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,560 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,621 | ₹7,560 | ₹7,621 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Cotton, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Mundi APMC on 16 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.