As fresh arrivals settled on 26 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,900 per quintal in Gajwel 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
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Cotton arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,900
- Lowest Price Today₹8,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (170-CO2 (Unginned))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 3.8% above the period average and right at the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 26 Oct 2026, so you can see where Gajwel APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dhrol APMC Leader | ₹9,735 |
| 2 Vadali APMC | ₹9,668 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 4 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,630 |
| 5 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 6 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 7 Babra APMC | ₹9,575 |
| 8 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 9 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,460 |
| 10 Kadi(Kadi cotton Yard) APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 11 Haveri APMC | ₹9,385 |
| 12 Viramgam APMC | ₹9,350 |
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.
A spread of ₹385 (4.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Gajwel APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹8,900, with the average around ₹8,574. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹8,900 | ₹8,900 | ₹8,900 |
| 24 Oct | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 22 Oct | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 |
| 21 Oct | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,350 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,320 | ₹8,320 | ₹8,320 |
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
Farmers comparing Cotton rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Gajwel APMC posted this Cotton rate on 26 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.