From today's trading desk on 18 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Manawar APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Cotton today.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,100
- Lowest Price Today₹8,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Cotton is about 11.1% above the period average — just 8.8% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khetia APMC Leader | ₹9,210 |
| 2 Kukshi APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,199 |
| 4 Burhanpur APMC | ₹9,108 |
| 5 Gandhwani APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 6 Manawar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Sanawad APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 8 Badwaha APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 9 Khargone APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 10 Mundi APMC | ₹8,790 |
| 11 Segaon APMC | ₹8,625 |
| 12 Dhamnod APMC | ₹8,600 |
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 ₹610 (7.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Manawar APMC ranged between ₹1,821 and ₹9,870, with the average around ₹8,100. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹9,100 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,375 | ₹8,190 | ₹9,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,300 | ₹7,900 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,400 | ₹7,600 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,840 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,710 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹1,821 | ₹8,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,050 | ₹8,050 | ₹8,050 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,005 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,951 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,455 | ₹7,455 | ₹7,455 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹6,540 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,460 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,100 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,990 | ₹7,850 | ₹7,990 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,125 | ₹7,650 | ₹7,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,151 | ₹6,900 | ₹8,100 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,825 | ₹7,825 | ₹7,825 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Cotton, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Manawar APMC on 18 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.