In today's crop-price rundown for 14 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Narasaraopet APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bunny)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 7.8% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 14 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dhoraji APMC Leader | ₹9,880 |
| 2 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 3 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Karhi APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 5 Jasdan(Vichhiya) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 6 Anjad APMC | ₹9,110 |
| 7 Gooti APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 8 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Manawar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Dhamnod APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Bodeliu APMC | ₹8,950 |
| 12 Gandhwani APMC | ₹8,900 |
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 ₹980 (11.0%) 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 Narasaraopet APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,349. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
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
The takeaway: Narasaraopet APMC reported Cotton at this level on 14 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.