Based on what the markets reported on 16 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹7,700 per quintal in Sattenapalli APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Cotton yards.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
At this level, Cotton is about 2.7% below the period average, sitting just 14.4% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Arasikere APMC Leader | ₹12,400 |
| 2 Santhesargur APMC | ₹11,925 |
| 3 Bailahongal APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 4 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 6 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 7 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 8 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,630 |
| 9 Gooti APMC | ₹9,599 |
| 10 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,585 |
| 11 Sayala APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 12 Khetia APMC | ₹9,550 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,850 (29.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Sattenapalli APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,917. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,700 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,700 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Sattenapalli APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.