Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,801 per quintal in Karhi APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Cotton today.
01What Put Karhi 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₹8,801
- Lowest Price Today₹8,801
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,801
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
Right now Cotton is about 8.5% above the period average — just 10.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Karhi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Shetkari Khajgi Bajar Parisar, Tal Bhokar, Dist Nanded APMC Leader | ₹9,341 |
| 2 Khetia APMC | ₹9,210 |
| 3 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,199 |
| 4 Hissar APMC | ₹9,151 |
| 5 Khargone APMC | ₹9,115 |
| 6 Burhanpur APMC | ₹9,108 |
| 7 Gandhwani APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 8 Kukshi APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 9 Bhikangaon APMC | ₹9,021 |
| 10 Barwala(Hisar) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Badwani APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Alirajpur APMC | ₹9,000 |
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.
The ₹341 (3.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Karhi APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹9,800, with the average around ₹8,110. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹8,801 | ₹8,801 | ₹8,801 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹7,600 | ₹9,080 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹7,800 | ₹9,040 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,800 | ₹7,010 | ₹8,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,400 | ₹6,700 | ₹8,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹6,520 | ₹8,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,220 | ₹8,310 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹7,210 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹7,010 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹4,910 | ₹8,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,010 | ₹4,700 | ₹6,900 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,310 | ₹5,200 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹5,710 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,230 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹7,210 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹6,210 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,605 | ₹6,210 | ₹7,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹8,210 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,305 | ₹7,005 | ₹8,305 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Karhi APMC on 18 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.