Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,219 per quintal in Rani APMC. See where this sits in the day's Cotton range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,232
- Lowest Price Today₹9,165
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,219
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Desi)
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 3.1% above the period average — just 0.8% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sendhwa APMC Leader | ₹9,990 |
| 2 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,858 |
| 3 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,825 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 6 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 7 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,748 |
| 8 Dhari APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 9 Babra APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 10 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,678 |
| 11 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,605 |
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.
At ₹385 (4.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Rani APMC ranged between ₹8,330 and ₹9,290, with the average around ₹8,942. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹9,232 | ₹9,165 | ₹9,219 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,290 | ₹9,290 | ₹9,290 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,231 | ₹9,231 | ₹9,231 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,901 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,838 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,012 | ₹8,870 | ₹8,965 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,985 | ₹8,703 | ₹8,875 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,026 | ₹8,900 | ₹8,950 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,055 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,026 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,330 | ₹8,330 | ₹8,330 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Cotton today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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 wrap up, Rani APMC logged this Cotton rate on 17 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.