Checking the day's mandi numbers for 13 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,841 per quintal in Gajsinghpur APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹8,865
- Lowest Price Today₹8,771
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,841
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (American)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 3-Day Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Cotton is about 1.2% above the period average — just 0.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 6 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 7 Dhari 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
A spread of ₹4,750 (49.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
053-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 3 days, Cotton prices at Gajsinghpur APMC ranged between ₹8,621 and ₹8,865, with the average around ₹8,737. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹8,865 | ₹8,771 | ₹8,841 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,850 | ₹8,695 | ₹8,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,722 | ₹8,621 | ₹8,671 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Gajsinghpur APMC on 13 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.