In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,790 per quintal in Mundi APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Mundi 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₹8,900
- Lowest Price Today₹8,790
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,790
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cotton is about 13.6% above the period average, sitting just 3.8% 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
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 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,199 |
| 3 Burhanpur APMC | ₹9,108 |
| 4 Gandhwani APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 5 Badwani APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹610 (7.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Mundi APMC ranged between ₹5,550 and ₹9,141, with the average around ₹7,737. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹8,900 | ₹8,790 | ₹8,790 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,141 | ₹8,690 | ₹8,890 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,921 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,850 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,930 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,895 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,826 | ₹7,480 | ₹8,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,851 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,550 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,616 | ₹6,690 | ₹6,870 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,540 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,811 | ₹5,550 | ₹7,426 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,751 | ₹6,483 | ₹7,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹5,635 | ₹5,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,750 | ₹5,630 | ₹5,650 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,711 | ₹7,325 | ₹7,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,750 | ₹7,301 | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,470 | ₹7,470 | ₹7,470 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,560 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,560 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,621 | ₹7,560 | ₹7,621 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
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
Before carting Cotton to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Mundi APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.