As the 18 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Shetkari Khajgi Bajar Parisar, Tal Bhokar, Dist Nanded APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,341 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Cotton.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,400
- Lowest Price Today₹9,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,341
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (LH-900)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 0.0% above the period average, and just 0.6% 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 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Bhikangaon APMC | ₹9,021 |
| 9 Manawar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Barwala(Hisar) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Alirajpur APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Sanawad APMC | ₹8,900 |
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 ₹441 (5.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05Today's Price Snapshot
Over the today, Cotton prices at Shetkari Khajgi Bajar Parisar, Tal Bhokar, Dist Nanded APMC ranged between ₹9,300 and ₹9,400, with the average around ₹9,341. 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.
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Shetkari Khajgi Bajar Parisar, Tal Bhokar, Dist Nanded APMC was the market to beat for Cotton on 18 Oct 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.