Here's the 21 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Astera was quoted at ₹12,000 per quintal in Gudimalkapur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Astera Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityAstera (Astera)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Astera rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Astera is about 5.4% below the period average, sitting just 40.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Astera rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Flower Market,Gazipur APMC Leader | ₹35,000 |
| 2 Gudimalkapur APMC | ₹12,000 |
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.
The ₹23,000 (191.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Astera prices at Gudimalkapur APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹12,679. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 25 Jun | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 24 Jun | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
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
Selling Astera well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Astera rate at Gudimalkapur APMC on 21 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.