In the mandi rate roundup for 28 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,667 per quintal in Vemulawada APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Cotton today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,267
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,667
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Cotton (Unginned))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 0.1% below the period average, and just 3.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹10,429 |
| 3 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,455 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 6 Devadurga APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 7 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 8 Babra APMC | ₹9,275 |
| 9 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,230 |
| 10 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 11 Una APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 12 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,200 |
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.
That ₹2,300 (25.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Vemulawada APMC ranged between ₹8,267 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,674. 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 | ₹9,000 | ₹8,267 | ₹8,667 |
| 27 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,267 | ₹8,667 |
| 26 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,267 | ₹8,667 |
| 25 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,267 | ₹8,667 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,267 | ₹8,667 |
| 23 Oct | ₹8,667 | ₹8,267 | ₹8,667 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,667 | ₹8,267 | ₹8,667 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,667 | ₹8,267 | ₹8,667 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 |
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
Going to the top Cotton market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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 a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Vemulawada APMC on 28 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.