In today's crop-price rundown for 24 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,770 per quintal in Lunkaransar APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Cotton markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,090
- Lowest Price Today₹8,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,770
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
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 1.9% below the period average, and just 6.3% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 24 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bailahongal APMC Leader | ₹10,051 |
| 2 Dhari APMC | ₹9,880 |
| 3 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,875 |
| 4 Sendhwa APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 6 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 7 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 8 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,630 |
| 9 Talikot APMC | ₹9,624 |
| 10 Babra APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 11 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 12 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,575 |
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.
A spread of ₹476 (5.0%) 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 ₹8,939. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹9,090 | ₹8,450 | ₹8,770 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,030 | ₹8,921 | ₹8,976 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,081 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,041 |
| 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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Lunkaransar APMC reported Cotton at this level on 24 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.