In the price report dated 20 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Barwala(Hisar) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Cotton today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,215
- Lowest Price Today₹8,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (American)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 2.9% above the period average and just 6.2% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranebennur APMC Leader | ₹9,770 |
| 2 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,605 |
| 3 Sendhwa APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Ratlam APMC | ₹9,480 |
| 5 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,420 |
| 6 Khargone APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 7 Rani APMC | ₹9,159 |
| 8 Hissar APMC | ₹9,150 |
| 9 Gandhwani APMC | ₹9,125 |
| 10 Una APMC | ₹9,050 |
| 11 Kukshi APMC | ₹9,050 |
| 12 Anjad APMC | ₹9,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹770 (8.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
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 ₹8,744. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,599 | ₹8,507 | ₹9,200 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Cotton, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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 20 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.