Here's the 12 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Cotton was quoted at ₹8,700 per quintal in Macharla APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,700
- Lowest Price Today₹8,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bunny)
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.
Right now Cotton is about 1.7% above the period average — just 9.4% 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 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khair APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Gundlupet APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 5 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,833 |
| 6 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 8 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,626 |
| 9 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 10 Talikot APMC | ₹9,586 |
| 11 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,570 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹4,430 (46.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Macharla APMC ranged between ₹7,650 and ₹9,600, with the average around ₹8,557. 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 | ₹8,750 | ₹8,750 | ₹8,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,650 | ₹8,650 | ₹8,650 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 |
| 05 Sep | ₹9,050 | ₹9,050 | ₹9,050 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,050 | ₹9,050 | ₹9,050 |
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
The headline Cotton rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Macharla APMC logged this Cotton rate on 12 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.