With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Firewood was quoted at ₹442 per quintal in Sultanpur APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Firewood yards.
01What's Behind Today's Firewood Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹555
- Lowest Price Today₹325
- Average (Modal) Price₹442
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityFirewood (Firewood)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 8.3% above the period average and just 27.6% 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 Firewood rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sultanpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hapur APMC Leader | ₹675 |
| 2 Baheri APMC | ₹615 |
| 3 Dibiapur APMC | ₹610 |
| 4 Mohammdi APMC | ₹556 |
| 5 Nanuta APMC | ₹555 |
| 6 Rupaidiha APMC | ₹533 |
| 7 Naanpara APMC | ₹533 |
| 8 Unnao APMC | ₹523 |
| 9 Ayodhya APMC | ₹514 |
| 10 Bishalpur APMC | ₹500 |
| 11 Maigalganj APMC | ₹500 |
| 12 Gurusarai APMC | ₹500 |
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.
That ₹175 (35.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Firewood fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Firewood prices at Sultanpur APMC ranged between ₹325 and ₹610, with the average around ₹408. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹500 | ₹325 | ₹422 |
| 18 Aug | ₹555 | ₹325 | ₹442 |
| 17 Aug | ₹555 | ₹325 | ₹398 |
| 16 Aug | ₹555 | ₹325 | ₹440 |
| 15 Aug | ₹555 | ₹325 | ₹381 |
| 14 Aug | ₹600 | ₹325 | ₹395 |
| 13 Aug | ₹445 | ₹325 | ₹364 |
| 12 Aug | ₹555 | ₹325 | ₹359 |
| 11 Aug | ₹555 | ₹325 | ₹424 |
| 10 Aug | ₹555 | ₹325 | ₹435 |
| 09 Aug | ₹555 | ₹325 | ₹427 |
| 08 Aug | ₹500 | ₹325 | ₹427 |
| 07 Aug | ₹610 | ₹325 | ₹486 |
| 06 Aug | ₹555 | ₹325 | ₹434 |
| 05 Aug | ₹555 | ₹325 | ₹447 |
| 04 Aug | ₹555 | ₹325 | ₹407 |
| 03 Aug | ₹325 | ₹325 | ₹325 |
| 02 Aug | ₹555 | ₹325 | ₹441 |
| 01 Aug | ₹545 | ₹445 | ₹474 |
| 31 Jul | ₹555 | ₹325 | ₹428 |
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 Firewood rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sultanpur APMC posted this Firewood rate on 18 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.