Reading today's price tape for 31 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,750 per quintal in Kesarisinghpur APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,881
- Lowest Price Today₹8,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (American)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 2.1% below the period average, sitting just 6.9% 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 31 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kesarisinghpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sailana APMC Leader | ₹12,220 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹11,475 |
| 3 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 4 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,609 |
| 5 Raichur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Sendhwa APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Parchur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Babra APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Shree Salasar Krushi Bazar, Dist Parbhani APMC | ₹9,474 |
| 11 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,425 |
| 12 Talikot APMC | ₹9,422 |
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 ₹2,798 (29.7%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Kesarisinghpur APMC ranged between ₹8,400 and ₹9,401, with the average around ₹8,941. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Oct | ₹8,881 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,750 |
| 30 Oct | ₹8,870 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,805 |
| 29 Oct | ₹8,833 | ₹8,515 | ₹8,770 |
| 27 Oct | ₹8,890 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,401 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,100 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,142 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,040 |
| 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
Farmers comparing Cotton rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Kesarisinghpur APMC on 31 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.