Turning to the 20 Oct 2026 APMC board, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,050 per quintal in Una APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Una APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Shanker 4 31mm FIne)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cotton about 4.1% below the period average, and just 10.4% 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 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranebennur APMC Leader | ₹9,770 |
| 2 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,605 |
| 3 Sendhwa APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Ratlam APMC | ₹9,480 |
| 5 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,420 |
| 6 Khargone APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 7 Rani APMC | ₹9,159 |
| 8 Hissar APMC | ₹9,150 |
| 9 Gandhwani APMC | ₹9,125 |
| 10 Una APMC | ₹9,050 |
| 11 Kukshi APMC | ₹9,010 |
| 12 Anjad APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹770 (8.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cotton prices at Una APMC ranged between ₹8,900 and ₹10,105, with the average around ₹9,436. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,050 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,625 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,755 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,775 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,900 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,105 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Una APMC reported Cotton at this level on 20 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.