In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Oct 2026, Melaghar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cock, clocking the day's best rate at ₹550 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cock Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹575
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹550
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityCock (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Cock is about 1.3% above the period average — just 8.3% 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
The table below lines up Cock rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Melaghar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Melaghar APMC Leader | ₹550 |
| 2 Sonamura APMC | ₹250 |
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 ₹300 (120.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cock fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cock prices at Melaghar APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹600, with the average around ₹543. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹575 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 22 Sep | ₹575 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 15 Sep | ₹575 | ₹525 | ₹550 |
| 08 Sep | ₹575 | ₹525 | ₹550 |
| 01 Sep | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹525 |
| 25 Aug | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹525 |
| 11 Aug | ₹575 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 04 Aug | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹525 |
| 28 Jul | ₹600 | ₹550 | ₹575 |
| 21 Jul | ₹575 | ₹525 | ₹550 |
| 14 Jul | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹525 |
| 07 Jul | ₹575 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 30 Jun | ₹575 | ₹525 | ₹550 |
| 16 Jun | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹525 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Cock, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cock found its strongest bid at Melaghar APMC on 20 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.