Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Aug 2026, Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) was quoted at ₹2,250 per quintal in Taleja APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) is about 2.6% above the period average, sitting just 22.5% 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
Here's how Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹3,800 |
| 2 Pune APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹3,213 |
| 4 Lingasugur APMC | ₹2,840 |
| 5 Pendurthi APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 6 Manvi APMC | ₹2,625 |
| 7 Maddipadu APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 8 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 9 Kannad APMC | ₹2,475 |
| 10 Akola APMC | ₹2,425 |
| 11 Siddhpur APMC | ₹2,405 |
| 12 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹2,400 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,400 (58.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) prices at Taleja APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,905, with the average around ₹2,194. 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 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹1,935 | ₹2,255 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,925 | ₹2,315 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,705 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,280 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,665 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,335 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,755 | ₹1,825 | ₹2,290 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,670 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,210 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,675 | ₹1,970 | ₹2,325 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,640 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,270 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,640 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,320 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,640 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,295 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,740 | ₹1,705 | ₹2,225 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,670 | ₹1,585 | ₹2,130 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,545 | ₹1,625 | ₹2,085 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,645 | ₹1,755 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,680 | ₹1,775 | ₹2,230 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,225 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,610 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,005 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,905 | ₹1,305 | ₹2,105 |
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 Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) 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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) stood at Taleja APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.