Across the reporting yards on 12 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Barwala(Hisar) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,151
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (American)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cotton about 1.7% below the period average, and just 11.4% 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 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khair APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Gundlupet APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 4 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 5 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,833 |
| 6 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 8 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,626 |
| 9 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 10 Talikot APMC | ₹9,586 |
| 11 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,580 |
| 12 Morbi APMC | ₹9,570 |
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 ₹4,430 (46.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Barwala(Hisar) APMC ranged between ₹7,125 and ₹9,599, with the average around ₹8,647. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,599 | ₹8,507 | ₹9,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,850 | ₹7,751 | ₹8,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,970 | ₹7,912 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,886 | ₹8,550 | ₹8,700 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,631 | ₹8,262 | ₹8,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,431 | ₹7,452 | ₹8,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹7,926 | ₹7,125 | ₹7,500 |
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
For Cotton, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Barwala(Hisar) APMC reported Cotton at this level on 12 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.