In the mandi rate roundup for 13 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,700 per quintal in Manawar APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Manawar APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,821
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 10.0% above the period average and just 11.9% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 13 Oct 2026, so you can see where Manawar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khair APMC Leader | ₹14,400 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹13,876 |
| 3 Manavdar APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,758 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 6 Dhari APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,755 |
| 8 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,725 |
| 9 Talikot APMC | ₹9,713 |
| 10 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 11 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,680 |
| 12 Vankaner APMC | ₹9,650 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
A spread of ₹4,750 (49.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Manawar APMC ranged between ₹1,821 and ₹9,870, with the average around ₹7,906. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,201 | ₹7,400 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,870 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,925 | ₹7,450 | ₹8,925 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,211 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,700 |
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
Going to the top Cotton market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 13 Oct 2026, Cotton traded at this rate in Manawar 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.