In the mandi rate roundup for 19 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,010 per quintal in Nekkonda APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Nekkonda APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,010
- Lowest Price Today₹9,010
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,010
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Cotton (Unginned))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 4-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 4-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.9% below the period average and just 1.6% 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 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹12,200 |
| 2 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,997 |
| 3 Talikot APMC | ₹9,941 |
| 4 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,925 |
| 5 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,865 |
| 6 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 7 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 8 Sindhanur APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 9 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 10 Morbi APMC | ₹9,635 |
| 11 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,630 |
| 12 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,615 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
That ₹2,585 (26.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 4-Day Trend
Over the last 4 days, Cotton prices at Nekkonda APMC ranged between ₹9,010 and ₹9,160, with the average around ₹9,088. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹9,010 | ₹9,010 | ₹9,010 |
| 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
Farmers comparing Cotton rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 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.