Checking the day's mandi numbers for 28 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,698 per quintal in Lunkaransar APMC. See where this sits in the day's Cotton range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,750
- Lowest Price Today₹8,645
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,698
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 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 2.3% below the period average, sitting just 7.1% 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 28 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 Rona APMC Leader | ₹17,500 |
| 2 Santhesargur APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 3 Bailahongal APMC | ₹10,429 |
| 4 Sendhwa APMC | ₹9,975 |
| 5 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,925 |
| 6 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 7 Talikot APMC | ₹9,621 |
| 8 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 9 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,535 |
| 10 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,507 |
| 11 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Haveri APMC | ₹9,500 |
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 ₹8,000 (84.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Lunkaransar APMC ranged between ₹8,200 and ₹9,361, with the average around ₹8,901. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹8,750 | ₹8,645 | ₹8,698 |
| 27 Oct | ₹8,810 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,755 |
| 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
The headline Cotton rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Lunkaransar APMC on 28 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.