With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) was quoted at ₹2,325 per quintal in Kadi APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,425
- Lowest Price Today₹2,120
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,325
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
This puts Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) about 2.1% above the period average, and just 9.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹3,800 |
| 2 Pune APMC | ₹3,650 |
| 3 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Devala APMC | ₹2,945 |
| 6 Kille Dharur APMC | ₹2,880 |
| 7 Ballari APMC | ₹2,820 |
| 8 Villupuram APMC | ₹2,713 |
| 9 Lingasugur APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Pendurthi APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Vikkiravandi APMC | ₹2,693 |
| 12 Virudhachalam APMC | ₹2,686 |
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 ₹1,114 (41.5%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) prices at Kadi APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹2,575, with the average around ₹2,278. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,425 | ₹2,120 | ₹2,325 |
| 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 |
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
The day's best Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kadi APMC reported Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) at this level on 18 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.