In today's crop-price rundown for 14 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,750 per quintal in Macharla APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Cotton markets.
01What Put Macharla APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,750
- Lowest Price Today₹8,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bunny)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 2.3% above the period average, and just 8.9% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 14 Oct 2026, so you can see where Macharla APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 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
Aim for the best-paying Cotton yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Macharla 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.