In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Firewood was quoted at ₹545 per quintal in Jafarganj APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Jafarganj APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹545
- Lowest Price Today₹545
- Average (Modal) Price₹545
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityFirewood (Firewood)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day 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 23.6% above the period average and just 9.2% 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 Firewood rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jafarganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hapur APMC Leader | ₹882 |
| 2 Meerut APMC | ₹650 |
| 3 Bishalpur APMC | ₹625 |
| 4 Bharthna APMC | ₹600 |
| 5 Ait APMC | ₹600 |
| 6 Purwa APMC | ₹575 |
| 7 Ayodhya APMC | ₹574 |
| 8 Rupaidiha APMC | ₹564 |
| 9 Balrampur APMC | ₹555 |
| 10 Basti APMC | ₹555 |
| 11 Jafarganj APMC | ₹545 |
| 12 Mohammdi APMC | ₹520 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Firewood.
That ₹362 (69.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Firewood fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Firewood prices at Jafarganj APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹600, with the average around ₹441. 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 | ₹545 | ₹545 | ₹545 |
| 16 Aug | ₹545 | ₹455 | ₹519 |
| 15 Aug | ₹545 | ₹400 | ₹448 |
| 14 Aug | ₹545 | ₹545 | ₹545 |
| 13 Aug | ₹545 | ₹545 | ₹545 |
| 11 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹435 | ₹435 | ₹435 |
| 09 Aug | ₹545 | ₹435 | ₹458 |
| 08 Aug | ₹545 | ₹400 | ₹437 |
| 07 Aug | ₹435 | ₹435 | ₹435 |
| 06 Aug | ₹545 | ₹435 | ₹453 |
| 05 Aug | ₹455 | ₹400 | ₹429 |
| 03 Aug | ₹545 | ₹435 | ₹492 |
| 01 Aug | ₹435 | ₹400 | ₹428 |
| 31 Jul | ₹545 | ₹435 | ₹468 |
| 30 Jul | ₹435 | ₹400 | ₹426 |
| 29 Jul | ₹545 | ₹400 | ₹445 |
| 28 Jul | ₹535 | ₹400 | ₹446 |
| 27 Jul | ₹425 | ₹425 | ₹425 |
| 26 Jul | ₹535 | ₹425 | ₹462 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Firewood, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Firewood traded at this rate in Jafarganj APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.