With the 25 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Manawar APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 9.1% above the period average and just 8.8% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 25 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khetia APMC Leader | ₹10,200 |
| 2 Khargone APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 APMC Varora APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Gandhwani APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 5 Alirajpur APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 6 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,026 |
| 7 Jobat APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Burhanpur APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Kukshi APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Manawar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Bhikangaon APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Mundi APMC | ₹8,940 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹1,260 (14.1%), 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 ₹8,248. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,400 | ₹8,300 | ₹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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 25 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.