In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) was quoted at ₹2,437 per quintal in Dhule APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,437
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 2.2% above the period average and just 7.0% 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 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 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.
The ₹1,210 (46.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) prices at Dhule APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹2,620, with the average around ₹2,385. 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 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,437 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,475 | ₹1,907 | ₹2,410 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,470 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,412 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,507 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,458 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,401 | ₹2,055 | ₹2,231 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹1,940 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,538 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,350 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,457 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,426 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,504 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,440 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹1,925 | ₹2,408 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,851 | ₹2,450 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,425 | ₹1,955 | ₹2,401 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,299 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,441 | ₹1,885 | ₹2,415 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,470 | ₹1,840 | ₹2,410 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,471 | ₹1,650 | ₹2,405 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,620 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jun | ₹2,543 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,400 |
| 19 Jun | ₹2,350 | ₹1,805 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Jun | ₹2,300 | ₹1,852 | ₹2,240 |
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
Before carting Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Dhule APMC posted this Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) rate on 17 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.