As the 16 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Kustagi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu), clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,582 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,650
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,582
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) (Hybrid)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 7.9% above the period average and just 2.6% 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
The table below lines up Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kustagi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kustagi APMC Leader | ₹2,582 |
| 2 Khair APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 3 Bewar APMC | ₹1,830 |
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 ₹752 (41.1%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) prices at Kustagi APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹2,651, with the average around ₹2,394. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,582 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,528 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,527 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,571 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,651 | ₹2,651 | ₹2,651 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,370 | ₹2,373 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,340 | ₹2,340 | ₹2,340 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 28 Jun | ₹2,250 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,195 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,150 |
| 22 Jun | ₹2,250 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,187 |
| 17 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
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
Going to the top Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Kustagi APMC set the pace for Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu). 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.