Going by the latest APMC figures for 16 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Kasrawad APMC. This is one of several Cotton rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bengal Deshi (A) FIne)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 16.2% above the period average and right at 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
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 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 8 Savarkundla 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.
At ₹3,260 (33.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Kasrawad APMC ranged between ₹5,550 and ₹9,001, with the average around ₹7,745. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,001 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,800 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,951 | ₹7,951 | ₹7,951 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,550 | ₹5,550 | ₹5,550 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,521 | ₹8,521 | ₹8,521 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,821 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹5,550 | ₹6,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,521 | ₹8,521 | ₹8,521 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,551 | ₹7,551 | ₹7,551 |
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
The headline Cotton rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Kasrawad 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.