Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) was quoted at ₹2,363 per quintal in Palanpur APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,363
- Lowest Price Today₹2,363
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,363
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) (Deshi)
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.
Today's rate is about 1.6% above the period average and just 2.8% 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 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.
At ₹1,114 (41.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) prices at Palanpur APMC ranged between ₹1,945 and ₹2,430, with the average around ₹2,326. 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 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,363 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,343 | ₹2,343 | ₹2,343 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,243 | ₹2,243 | ₹2,243 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,320 | ₹2,320 | ₹2,320 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,343 | ₹2,343 | ₹2,343 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,293 | ₹2,293 | ₹2,293 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,183 | ₹2,183 | ₹2,183 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,945 | ₹1,945 | ₹1,945 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,345 | ₹2,345 | ₹2,345 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,363 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,363 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,338 | ₹2,338 | ₹2,338 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,428 | ₹2,428 | ₹2,428 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,390 | ₹2,390 | ₹2,390 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,418 | ₹2,418 | ₹2,418 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,378 | ₹2,378 | ₹2,378 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,338 | ₹2,338 | ₹2,338 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,340 | ₹2,340 | ₹2,340 |
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
When picking where to sell Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Palanpur APMC posted this Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.