Going by the latest APMC figures for 22 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,070 per quintal in Karhi APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹9,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,070
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 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.
Today's rate is about 10.3% above the period average and just 7.4% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 22 Oct 2026, so you can see where Karhi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jamnagar APMC Leader | ₹9,825 |
| 2 Gooti APMC | ₹9,679 |
| 3 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 6 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 7 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Khetia APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Sayala APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Babra APMC | ₹9,475 |
| 12 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,450 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
A spread of ₹375 (4.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Karhi APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹9,800, with the average around ₹8,222. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,070 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,080 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,050 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,950 | ₹8,651 | ₹8,900 |
| 18 Oct | ₹8,801 | ₹8,801 | ₹8,801 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹7,600 | ₹9,080 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹7,800 | ₹9,040 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,800 | ₹7,010 | ₹8,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,400 | ₹6,700 | ₹8,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹6,520 | ₹8,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,220 | ₹8,310 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹7,210 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹7,010 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹4,910 | ₹8,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,010 | ₹4,700 | ₹6,900 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,310 | ₹5,200 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹5,710 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,230 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹7,210 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹6,210 | ₹7,000 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 22 Oct 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Karhi APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.