From today's trading desk on 31 Oct 2026, Sailana APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,220 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Cotton leader.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,500
- Lowest Price Today₹9,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,220
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Long fiber)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
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 42.1% above the period average, sitting just 2.2% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 31 Oct 2026, so you can see where Sailana APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sailana APMC Leader | ₹12,220 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹11,475 |
| 3 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 4 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,609 |
| 5 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Raichur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Parchur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Babra APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Shree Salasar Krushi Bazar, Dist Parbhani APMC | ₹9,474 |
| 10 Talikot APMC | ₹9,422 |
| 11 Upleta APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 12 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,395 |
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.
That ₹2,825 (30.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Sailana APMC ranged between ₹7,700 and ₹12,500, with the average around ₹8,600. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Oct | ₹12,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹12,220 |
| 29 Oct | ₹7,820 | ₹7,820 | ₹7,820 |
| 27 Oct | ₹7,900 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,820 |
| 25 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,700 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,200 |
| 23 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,700 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,700 | ₹8,650 | ₹8,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,040 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,040 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Cotton yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Sailana APMC led Cotton on 31 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.