In the day's wholesale-price digest for 22 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,800 per quintal in Kesarisinghpur APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Cotton markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,994
- Lowest Price Today₹8,499
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (American)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Cotton is about 2.4% below the period average — just 5.2% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 22 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹12,350 |
| 2 Manavdar APMC | ₹10,025 |
| 3 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,825 |
| 4 Talikot APMC | ₹9,719 |
| 5 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,680 |
| 6 Gooti APMC | ₹9,679 |
| 7 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,670 |
| 8 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,656 |
| 9 Morbi APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 10 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 11 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
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.
The ₹2,770 (28.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Kesarisinghpur APMC ranged between ₹8,499 and ₹9,281, with the average around ₹9,014. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹8,994 | ₹8,499 | ₹8,800 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,281 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,267 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,070 | ₹8,861 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,791 | ₹8,950 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,015 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,931 |
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 wrap up, Kesarisinghpur APMC logged this Cotton rate on 22 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.