As the 17 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Firewood was quoted at ₹366 per quintal in Salon APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Firewood Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹400
- Lowest Price Today₹300
- Average (Modal) Price₹366
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityFirewood (Firewood)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 3.6% below the period average and just 35.3% 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 Firewood rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹362 (69.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Firewood prices at Salon APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹565, with the average around ₹379. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹366 |
| 15 Aug | ₹465 | ₹465 | ₹465 |
| 13 Aug | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹373 |
| 12 Aug | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 09 Aug | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹330 | ₹330 | ₹330 |
| 02 Aug | ₹445 | ₹400 | ₹407 |
| 31 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 30 Jul | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹465 | ₹400 | ₹414 |
| 28 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 27 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 25 Jul | ₹450 | ₹300 | ₹375 |
| 23 Jul | ₹565 | ₹300 | ₹405 |
| 21 Jul | ₹300 | ₹300 | ₹300 |
| 19 Jul | ₹390 | ₹390 | ₹390 |
| 18 Jul | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹373 |
| 15 Jul | ₹500 | ₹400 | ₹434 |
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
For Firewood, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Salon APMC posted this Firewood 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.