Looking at how the yards traded on 24 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.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,050
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Cotton is about 9.4% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 24 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 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,475 |
| 2 Kukshi APMC | ₹9,050 |
| 3 Manawar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Badwani APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Dhamnod APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 7 Mundi APMC | ₹8,890 |
| 8 Gajwel APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 9 Chilakaluripet APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 10 Parchur APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,275 (15.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
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 ₹8,225. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹9,050 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,301 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,125 | ₹9,025 | ₹9,125 |
| 20 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Cotton, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Manawar APMC on 24 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.