Reading today's price tape for 26 Aug 2026, Mumbai APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu), clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,800 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What's Behind Today's Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) Price
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityBajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) is about 2.4% below the period average — just 24.0% 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
Here's how Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 26 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹3,800 |
| 2 Pune APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 3 Maddipadu APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 4 Meerut APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 5 Jasdan APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 6 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 7 Vadvani APMC | ₹2,451 |
| 8 Deesa APMC | ₹2,425 |
| 9 Siddhpur APMC | ₹2,425 |
| 10 Mansa APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Botad APMC | ₹2,395 |
| 12 Tharad APMC | ₹2,392 |
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 ₹1,408 (58.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) prices at Mumbai APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,895. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,650 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,650 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,650 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) found its strongest bid at Mumbai APMC on 26 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.