Going by the latest APMC figures for 14 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Abohar APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,120
- Lowest Price Today₹8,850
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Kapas (Adoni))
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.
This puts Cotton about 2.9% above the period average, and just 1.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 14 Oct 2026, so you can see where Abohar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dhoraji APMC Leader | ₹9,880 |
| 2 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 3 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 4 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 5 Dhari APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 6 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 7 Khetia APMC | ₹9,690 |
| 8 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,658 |
| 9 Anjar APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 10 Morbi APMC | ₹9,595 |
| 11 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 12 Kalawad APMC | ₹9,520 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹360 (3.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Abohar APMC ranged between ₹8,395 and ₹9,120, with the average around ₹8,748. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹9,120 | ₹8,850 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,950 | ₹8,750 | ₹8,850 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,895 | ₹8,625 | ₹8,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,700 | ₹8,495 | ₹8,580 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,581 | ₹8,395 | ₹8,480 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,425 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,025 | ₹9,001 | ₹9,025 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Abohar APMC on 14 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.