In the latest market update for 28 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,856 per quintal in Padampur APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Cotton markets.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,934
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,856
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Desi)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cotton is about 0.9% above the period average — just 5.7% 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 28 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rona APMC Leader | ₹17,500 |
| 2 Santhesargur APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 3 APMC Akhadabalapur APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Bailahongal APMC | ₹10,429 |
| 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
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.
At ₹8,000 (84.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Padampur APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹9,390, with the average around ₹8,776. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹8,934 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,856 |
| 27 Oct | ₹8,554 | ₹8,554 | ₹8,554 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,206 | ₹8,946 | ₹9,135 |
| 23 Oct | ₹8,700 | ₹8,691 | ₹8,700 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,160 | ₹8,552 | ₹9,060 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,960 | ₹9,096 |
| 20 Oct | ₹9,230 | ₹9,041 | ₹9,151 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,390 | ₹9,172 | ₹9,292 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,251 | ₹8,825 | ₹9,066 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,750 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,750 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,671 | ₹8,661 | ₹8,671 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,090 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,618 | ₹8,560 | ₹8,586 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,605 | ₹8,545 | ₹8,595 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,759 | ₹8,581 | ₹8,636 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,700 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,671 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,131 | ₹8,131 | ₹8,131 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,351 | ₹8,351 | ₹8,351 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,472 | ₹8,472 | ₹8,472 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Cotton yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Padampur APMC on 28 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.