Going by the latest APMC figures for 01 Nov 2026, Manawar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,700 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,800
- Lowest Price Today₹8,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,700
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date01 Nov 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 4.0% above the period average, and just 11.9% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 01 Nov 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manawar APMC Leader | ₹8,700 |
| 2 Jobat APMC | ₹8,670 |
| 3 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Markapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹7,900 |
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.
A spread of ₹800 (10.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Manawar APMC ranged between ₹1,821 and ₹9,870, with the average around ₹8,367. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Nov | ₹8,800 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 |
| 31 Oct | ₹8,975 | ₹8,955 | ₹8,960 |
| 30 Oct | ₹8,960 | ₹8,950 | ₹8,960 |
| 29 Oct | ₹9,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 28 Oct | ₹9,450 | ₹8,300 | ₹9,000 |
| 27 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 26 Oct | ₹9,400 | ₹2,320 | ₹9,000 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Manawar APMC was the market to beat for Cotton on 01 Nov 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.