Across the reporting yards on 17 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,150 per quintal in Nekkonda APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Cotton markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,150
- Lowest Price Today₹9,150
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,150
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Cotton (Unginned))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 0.4% above the period average and just 0.1% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vijayapura APMC Leader | ₹9,858 |
| 2 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,825 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Vadali APMC | ₹9,778 |
| 5 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 6 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 7 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,748 |
| 8 Dhari APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 9 Babra APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 10 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,678 |
| 11 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,605 |
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.
The ₹253 (2.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
053-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 3 days, Cotton prices at Nekkonda APMC ranged between ₹9,030 and ₹9,160, with the average around ₹9,113. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,150 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,160 | ₹9,160 | ₹9,160 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,030 | ₹9,030 | ₹9,030 |
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
When picking where to sell Cotton, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Nekkonda APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.