In the day's wholesale-price digest for 15 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Manawar APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,050
- Lowest Price Today₹8,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cotton is about 12.8% above the period average, sitting just 8.8% 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 15 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Kuber APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 3 Khetia APMC | ₹9,190 |
| 4 Gandhwani APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 5 Manawar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Kukshi APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Mundi APMC | ₹8,740 |
| 9 Kodumur APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 10 Macharla APMC | ₹8,650 |
| 11 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,200 |
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.
That ₹1,300 (15.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Manawar APMC ranged between ₹1,821 and ₹9,870, with the average around ₹7,982. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹9,050 | ₹8,700 | ₹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 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,201 | ₹7,400 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,870 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,800 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Cotton today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Manawar APMC on 15 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.