In the price report dated 17 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,179 per quintal in Hanumangarh APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,321
- Lowest Price Today₹8,880
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,179
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (American)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 3.0% above the period average and just 1.5% 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 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Hanumangarh APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vijayapura APMC Leader | ₹9,858 |
| 2 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹9,825 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Savarkundla APMC | ₹9,775 |
| 5 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 6 Bailahongal APMC | ₹9,748 |
| 7 Dhari APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 8 Babra APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 9 Lakhtar APMC | ₹9,678 |
| 10 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,625 |
| 11 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,605 |
| 12 Raichur APMC | ₹9,601 |
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.
The ₹257 (2.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Day Trend
Over the last 2 days, Cotton prices at Hanumangarh APMC ranged between ₹8,600 and ₹9,321, with the average around ₹8,912. 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 | ₹9,321 | ₹8,880 | ₹9,179 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,700 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,645 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Hanumangarh APMC posted this Cotton rate on 17 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.