Going by the latest APMC figures for 19 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,700 per quintal in Macharla APMC. This is one of several Cotton rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,700
- Lowest Price Today₹8,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,700
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date19 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.
Today's rate is about 1.6% above the period average and just 9.4% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gandhwani APMC Leader | ₹9,100 |
| 2 Macharla APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 3 Kothagudem APMC | ₹8,267 |
| 4 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 6 Markapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹1,100 (13.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Macharla APMC ranged between ₹7,650 and ₹9,600, with the average around ₹8,564. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,650 | ₹8,650 | ₹8,650 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,650 | ₹8,650 | ₹8,650 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,650 | ₹8,650 | ₹8,650 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Cotton well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Macharla APMC posted this Cotton rate on 19 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.