Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,359 per quintal in Badepally APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Cotton markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,359
- Lowest Price Today₹8,899
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,359
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Desi)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Cotton is about 0.0% above the period average, sitting right at 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
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 Vijayapura APMC Leader | ₹9,858 |
| 2 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,825 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Vadali APMC | ₹9,778 |
| 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹253 (2.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05Today's Price Snapshot
Over the today, Cotton prices at Badepally APMC ranged between ₹8,899 and ₹9,359, with the average around ₹9,359. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Badepally APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.