In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,965 per quintal in Haathras APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,965
- Lowest Price Today₹8,965
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,965
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 10.9% above the period average and just 1.3% short of 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹12,990 |
| 2 Arasikere APMC | ₹12,400 |
| 3 Bailahongal APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 4 Saharanpur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 5 Talikot APMC | ₹9,983 |
| 6 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,867 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 8 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 9 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,778 |
| 10 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 11 Dhari APMC | ₹9,735 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,730 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹3,260 (33.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Haathras APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,080, with the average around ₹8,086. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹8,965 | ₹8,965 | ₹8,965 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,380 | ₹8,380 | ₹8,380 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,809 | ₹8,518 | ₹8,631 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,700 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,516 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,535 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,146 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,455 | ₹8,190 | ₹8,267 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,020 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,010 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,080 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,919 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,137 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,711 | ₹8,711 | ₹8,711 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,650 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,469 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,978 | ₹8,290 | ₹8,785 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,985 | ₹8,826 | ₹8,900 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,934 | ₹8,934 | ₹8,934 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,775 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,569 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,006 | ₹8,445 | ₹8,639 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,576 | ₹8,576 | ₹8,576 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,016 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,781 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,010 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,548 |
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
When picking where to sell Cotton, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Haathras APMC posted this Cotton rate on 16 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.