Turning to the 20 Oct 2026 APMC board, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,925 per quintal in Hansi APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Cotton today.
01What Put Hansi 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₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,925
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
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 2.4% above the period average, and just 3.0% 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 Deulgaon Raja Balaji Agro Marketing Pvt Market, Deulgaon Raja, Dist Buldhana APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 4 Shetkari Khajgi Bajar Parisar, Tal Bhokar, Dist Nanded APMC | ₹9,490 |
| 5 Ratlam APMC | ₹9,480 |
| 6 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,420 |
| 7 Khargone APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 8 Suratgarh APMC | ₹9,235 |
| 9 Rani APMC | ₹9,159 |
| 10 Ellanabad APMC | ₹9,155 |
| 11 Hissar APMC | ₹9,150 |
| 12 Gandhwani APMC | ₹9,125 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹645 (7.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Hansi APMC ranged between ₹8,347 and ₹9,200, with the average around ₹8,720. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,925 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,002 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,869 | ₹8,450 | ₹8,643 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,900 | ₹8,347 | ₹8,705 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,790 | ₹8,701 | ₹8,790 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,775 | ₹8,580 | ₹8,674 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,690 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,800 | ₹8,602 | ₹8,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,590 | ₹8,440 | ₹8,507 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,598 | ₹8,598 | ₹8,598 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹8,466 | ₹8,701 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,902 | ₹8,811 | ₹8,850 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,950 | ₹8,455 | ₹8,640 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,900 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,671 | ₹8,636 | ₹8,640 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Cotton yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Hansi 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.