Here's the 12 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Cotton was quoted at ₹9,200 per quintal in Kanakagiri APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Kanakagiri APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,550
- Lowest Price Today₹8,469
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Narma BT Cotton)
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 1.0% above the period average — just 7.5% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kanakagiri APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
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 ₹4,430 (46.3%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Kanakagiri APMC ranged between ₹6,400 and ₹9,950, with the average around ₹9,106. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹9,550 | ₹8,469 | ₹9,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,450 | ₹8,950 | ₹9,278 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,450 | ₹8,798 | ₹9,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,696 | ₹8,855 | ₹9,455 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,950 | ₹9,180 | ₹9,550 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,950 | ₹8,567 | ₹9,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,700 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,550 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,819 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,007 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,614 | ₹6,630 | ₹8,150 |
| 05 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹9,279 | ₹9,450 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,540 | ₹9,446 | ₹9,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹9,550 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,520 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹6,640 | ₹9,370 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,450 | ₹9,050 | ₹9,300 |
| 28 Aug | ₹9,700 | ₹6,617 | ₹8,100 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,680 | ₹9,250 |
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 day's best Cotton rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Kanakagiri APMC on 12 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.