Going by the latest APMC figures for 16 Oct 2026, Flower Market,Gazipur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Astera, clocking the day's best rate at ₹34,000 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Astera today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Astera Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹38,000
- Lowest Price Today₹30,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹34,000
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityAstera (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 3.7% below the period average and just 32.0% 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
Here's how Astera rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Flower Market,Gazipur APMC Leader | ₹34,000 |
| 2 Gudimalkapur APMC | ₹16,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Astera.
The ₹18,000 (112.5%) 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 Flower Market,Gazipur APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹50,000, with the average around ₹35,306. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹38,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹34,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹38,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹34,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹40,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹40,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹40,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹41,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹38,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹40,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹38,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹34,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹45,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹42,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹50,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹50,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹38,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹34,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹45,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹40,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Astera today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Flower Market,Gazipur APMC set the pace for Astera. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.