Here's the 13 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Cotton was quoted at ₹8,200 per quintal in Bareta APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Cotton today.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,550
- Lowest Price Today₹8,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (American)
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.
At this level, Cotton is about 1.4% below the period average, sitting just 4.1% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khair APMC Leader | ₹14,400 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹13,876 |
| 3 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,758 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 6 Dhari APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 8 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 9 Talikot APMC | ₹9,713 |
| 10 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 11 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,680 |
| 12 Vankaner APMC | ₹9,650 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹4,750 (49.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 2 days, Cotton prices at Bareta APMC ranged between ₹8,100 and ₹8,550, with the average around ₹8,313. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹8,550 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,425 | ₹8,425 | ₹8,425 |
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
For Cotton, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Bareta APMC on 13 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.