Pulling together the 19 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,981 per quintal in Lunkaransar APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,361
- Lowest Price Today₹8,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,981
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 0.4% above 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 19 Oct 2026, so you can see where Lunkaransar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹12,200 |
| 2 Muzzafarnagar APMC | ₹10,790 |
| 3 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,997 |
| 4 Talikot APMC | ₹9,941 |
| 5 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,925 |
| 6 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,865 |
| 7 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 8 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 9 APMC Kille Dharur APMC | ₹9,702 |
| 10 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 11 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 12 Babra APMC | ₹9,645 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,555 (26.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Lunkaransar APMC ranged between ₹8,200 and ₹9,361, with the average around ₹8,945. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹9,361 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,981 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,345 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,773 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,270 | ₹9,131 | ₹9,201 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,111 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,056 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,071 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,886 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,800 | ₹8,740 | ₹8,770 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Lunkaransar APMC on 19 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.