Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Aug 2026, Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Kadi APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,405
- Lowest Price Today₹2,005
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) is about 1.0% above the period average — just 10.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kadi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹3,800 |
| 2 Pune APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹3,213 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Lingasugur APMC | ₹2,840 |
| 6 Ballari APMC | ₹2,811 |
| 7 Panruti APMC | ₹2,759 |
| 8 Villupuram APMC | ₹2,725 |
| 9 Pendurthi APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Vikkiravandi APMC | ₹2,679 |
| 11 Manvi APMC | ₹2,625 |
| 12 Gangapur APMC | ₹2,590 |
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 ₹1,210 (46.7%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) prices at Kadi APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹2,575, with the average around ₹2,277. 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 Aug | ₹2,405 | ₹2,005 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,275 | ₹2,005 | ₹2,225 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,290 | ₹2,230 | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,485 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,325 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,330 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,385 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,320 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,275 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,415 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,350 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,390 | ₹2,105 | ₹2,325 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,415 | ₹2,220 | ₹2,350 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,420 | ₹2,155 | ₹2,350 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,460 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,350 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,460 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,350 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,480 | ₹2,225 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,445 | ₹2,235 | ₹2,350 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,525 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,530 | ₹2,240 | ₹2,350 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,575 | ₹2,085 | ₹2,350 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,425 | ₹2,045 | ₹2,300 |
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
Farmers comparing Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kadi APMC logged this Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) rate on 17 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.