With the 16 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,800 per quintal in Barwala(Hisar) APMC. This is one of several Cotton rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Barwala(Hisar) APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,177
- Lowest Price Today₹8,620
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (American)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 1.0% above the period average and just 8.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Barwala(Hisar) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹12,990 |
| 2 Arasikere APMC | ₹12,400 |
| 3 Bailahongal APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 4 Saharanpur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 5 Talikot APMC | ₹9,983 |
| 6 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,867 |
| 7 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 8 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,850 |
| 9 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,778 |
| 10 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 11 Dhari APMC | ₹9,735 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,730 |
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.
At ₹3,260 (33.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Barwala(Hisar) APMC ranged between ₹7,125 and ₹9,599, with the average around ₹8,711. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
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
The day's best Cotton rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Barwala(Hisar) APMC posted this Cotton rate on 16 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.