From today's trading desk on 21 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,107 per quintal in Rani APMC. See where this sits in the day's Cotton range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,107
- Lowest Price Today₹9,107
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,107
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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 1.2% above the period average — just 2.0% 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 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Saharanpur APMC Leader | ₹15,900 |
| 2 Khair APMC | ₹11,450 |
| 3 Khetia APMC | ₹10,580 |
| 4 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,919 |
| 5 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 6 Savanur APMC | ₹9,677 |
| 7 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,665 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 9 Khargone APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 10 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 11 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,570 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,555 |
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 ₹6,345 (66.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Rani APMC ranged between ₹8,330 and ₹9,290, with the average around ₹8,995. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹9,107 | ₹9,107 | ₹9,107 |
| 20 Oct | ₹9,159 | ₹9,159 | ₹9,159 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,251 | ₹9,251 | ₹9,251 |
| 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
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
To wrap up, Rani APMC logged this Cotton rate on 21 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.