Pulling together the 17 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Porbandar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Dates, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,500 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Dates board.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Dates Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityDates (Dates)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Dates is about 43.7% above the period average, sitting just 10.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Dates prices at Porbandar APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹5,917. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
The headline Dates rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
To sum up, Porbandar APMC led Dates on 17 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.