From today's trading desk on 15 Oct 2026, Saharanpur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹14,900 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What Put Saharanpur APMC on Top Today
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,900
- Lowest Price Today₹14,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 5-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 5-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cotton is about 20.7% above the period average — just 6.3% 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 15 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Saharanpur APMC Leader | ₹14,900 |
| 2 Gundlupet APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Chitradurga APMC | ₹10,252 |
| 4 Talikot APMC | ₹9,929 |
| 5 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 6 Dhari APMC | ₹9,895 |
| 7 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 8 Bhesan APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 9 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 10 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 11 Vadali APMC | ₹9,688 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,680 |
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 ₹5,220 (53.9%) 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 5-Day Trend
Over the last 5 days, Cotton prices at Saharanpur APMC ranged between ₹8,150 and ₹15,900, with the average around ₹12,343. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹14,900 | ₹14,900 | ₹14,900 |
| 19 Sep | ₹15,900 | ₹15,900 | ₹15,900 |
| 18 Sep | ₹14,617 | ₹14,617 | ₹14,617 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,150 | ₹8,150 | ₹8,150 |
| 08 Jul | ₹8,150 | ₹8,150 | ₹8,150 |
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
Before carting Cotton to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton found its strongest bid at Saharanpur APMC on 15 Oct 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.