In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Barwala(Hisar) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Cotton range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,151
- Lowest Price Today₹8,651
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (American)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 2.8% above the period average, sitting just 6.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Saharanpur APMC Leader | ₹15,900 |
| 2 Khair APMC | ₹11,450 |
| 3 Khetia APMC | ₹10,580 |
| 4 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,919 |
| 5 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 6 Savanur APMC | ₹9,677 |
| 7 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,665 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 9 Khargone APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 10 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 11 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,570 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,555 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹6,345 (66.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Barwala(Hisar) APMC ranged between ₹7,125 and ₹9,599, with the average around ₹8,754. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹9,151 | ₹8,651 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹9,215 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,364 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,408 | ₹8,730 | ₹9,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,177 | ₹8,620 | ₹8,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,810 | ₹8,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,091 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,149 | ₹8,625 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,151 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,059 | ₹8,650 | ₹8,851 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,059 | ₹8,650 | ₹8,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,976 | ₹8,495 | ₹8,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹8,571 | ₹8,900 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,851 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,925 | ₹8,561 | ₹8,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,182 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,415 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,409 | ₹8,870 | ₹9,200 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,501 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,100 |
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
Selling Cotton well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Barwala(Hisar) APMC on 21 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.