Pulling together the 15 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,129 per quintal in Mahabubabad APMC. This is one of several Cotton rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,151
- Lowest Price Today₹8,586
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,129
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Local)
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.
At this level, Cotton is about 9.1% above the period average, sitting just 0.9% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 15 Oct 2026, so you can see where Mahabubabad APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Saharanpur APMC Leader | ₹14,900 |
| 2 Gundlupet APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Chitradurga APMC | ₹10,252 |
| 4 Talikot APMC | ₹9,929 |
| 5 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 6 Dhari APMC | ₹9,895 |
| 7 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,866 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 9 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 10 Bhesan APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 11 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 12 Vadali APMC | ₹9,688 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹5,212 (53.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Mahabubabad APMC ranged between ₹5,252 and ₹9,211, with the average around ₹8,364. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹9,203 | ₹9,036 | ₹9,156 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,151 | ₹8,586 | ₹9,129 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,211 | ₹8,525 | ₹9,151 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,818 | ₹8,818 | ₹8,818 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,128 | ₹8,128 | ₹8,128 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,558 | ₹8,558 | ₹8,558 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,533 | ₹8,533 | ₹8,533 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,516 | ₹6,666 | ₹8,516 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,618 | ₹5,252 | ₹8,618 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,288 | ₹5,838 | ₹5,838 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,639 | ₹8,639 | ₹8,639 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,727 | ₹5,727 | ₹5,727 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,733 | ₹8,733 | ₹8,733 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,828 | ₹5,616 | ₹8,828 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,050 | ₹7,873 | ₹8,833 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,980 | ₹7,377 | ₹8,980 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,888 | ₹7,888 | ₹7,888 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,780 | ₹7,466 | ₹8,780 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,727 | ₹7,822 | ₹8,727 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,789 | ₹7,689 | ₹7,689 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Mahabubabad APMC on 15 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.