Looking at how the yards traded on 20 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,150 per quintal in Hissar APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,150
- Lowest Price Today₹8,950
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,150
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (American)
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.
Right now Cotton is about 2.8% above the period average — just 0.4% 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
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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
At ₹645 (7.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Hissar APMC ranged between ₹8,211 and ₹9,191, with the average around ₹8,901. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹9,150 | ₹8,950 | ₹9,150 |
| 18 Oct | ₹9,161 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,151 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,151 | ₹8,971 | ₹9,151 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,911 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,910 | ₹8,880 | ₹8,910 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,875 | ₹8,750 | ₹8,875 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,925 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,775 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,775 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,751 | ₹8,690 | ₹8,751 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,855 | ₹8,831 | ₹8,855 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,825 | ₹8,701 | ₹8,825 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,651 | ₹8,625 | ₹8,651 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,900 | ₹8,670 | ₹8,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,025 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,025 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,025 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,025 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,191 | ₹9,021 | ₹9,191 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,025 | ₹8,721 | ₹8,881 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,941 | ₹8,941 | ₹8,941 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,941 | ₹8,941 | ₹8,941 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,211 | ₹8,211 | ₹8,211 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Hissar APMC on 20 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.