In the latest market update for 19 Aug 2026, Firewood was quoted at ₹555 per quintal in Basti APMC. This is one of several Firewood rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Firewood Rate
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₹555
- Average (Modal) Price₹555
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityFirewood (Firewood)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Firewood rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Firewood is about 30.3% above the period average — right at 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
The table below lines up Firewood rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Basti APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hapur APMC Leader | ₹705 |
| 2 Tilhar APMC | ₹700 |
| 3 Meerut APMC | ₹650 |
| 4 Bishalpur APMC | ₹625 |
| 5 Powayan APMC | ₹615 |
| 6 Madhogarh APMC | ₹610 |
| 7 Baheri APMC | ₹587 |
| 8 Ayodhya APMC | ₹555 |
| 9 Basti APMC | ₹555 |
| 10 Haathras APMC | ₹520 |
| 11 Sitapur APMC | ₹507 |
| 12 Muzzafarnagar APMC | ₹502 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Firewood.
The ₹203 (40.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Firewood prices at Basti APMC ranged between ₹350 and ₹555, with the average around ₹426. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹555 | ₹555 | ₹555 |
| 18 Aug | ₹445 | ₹445 | ₹445 |
| 17 Aug | ₹555 | ₹555 | ₹555 |
| 15 Aug | ₹445 | ₹445 | ₹445 |
| 14 Aug | ₹350 | ₹350 | ₹350 |
| 13 Aug | ₹555 | ₹445 | ₹487 |
| 12 Aug | ₹405 | ₹405 | ₹405 |
| 07 Aug | ₹350 | ₹350 | ₹350 |
| 06 Aug | ₹445 | ₹445 | ₹445 |
| 03 Aug | ₹555 | ₹350 | ₹428 |
| 01 Aug | ₹545 | ₹350 | ₹505 |
| 31 Jul | ₹555 | ₹445 | ₹500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹480 | ₹480 | ₹480 |
| 27 Jul | ₹435 | ₹435 | ₹435 |
| 25 Jul | ₹435 | ₹435 | ₹435 |
| 23 Jul | ₹435 | ₹435 | ₹435 |
| 21 Jul | ₹430 | ₹350 | ₹375 |
| 20 Jul | ₹430 | ₹350 | ₹392 |
| 18 Jul | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹430 | ₹430 | ₹430 |
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
Going to the top Firewood market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Firewood changed hands at this rate in Basti APMC on 19 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.