Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Firewood was quoted at ₹350 per quintal in Gonda APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Firewood Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹480
- Lowest Price Today₹300
- Average (Modal) Price₹350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
At this level, Firewood is about 6.1% above the period average, sitting just 36.9% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Firewood rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hapur APMC Leader | ₹675 |
| 2 Baheri APMC | ₹615 |
| 3 Dibiapur APMC | ₹610 |
| 4 Nanuta APMC | ₹555 |
| 5 Rupaidiha APMC | ₹533 |
| 6 Bareilly APMC | ₹527 |
| 7 Unnao APMC | ₹523 |
| 8 Ayodhya APMC | ₹501 |
| 9 Jaunpur APMC | ₹500 |
| 10 Auraiya APMC | ₹500 |
| 11 Balrampur APMC | ₹500 |
| 12 Hasanpur APMC | ₹500 |
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.
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 Gonda APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹555, with the average around ₹330. 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 | ₹480 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 16 Aug | ₹300 | ₹300 | ₹300 |
| 15 Aug | ₹350 | ₹300 | ₹307 |
| 14 Aug | ₹445 | ₹445 | ₹445 |
| 13 Aug | ₹555 | ₹300 | ₹318 |
| 12 Aug | ₹555 | ₹300 | ₹361 |
| 11 Aug | ₹300 | ₹300 | ₹300 |
| 09 Aug | ₹325 | ₹300 | ₹312 |
| 08 Aug | ₹300 | ₹300 | ₹300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹300 | ₹300 | ₹300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹324 |
| 04 Aug | ₹555 | ₹300 | ₹447 |
| 03 Aug | ₹300 | ₹300 | ₹300 |
| 02 Aug | ₹350 | ₹300 | ₹309 |
| 01 Aug | ₹300 | ₹300 | ₹300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹445 | ₹300 | ₹418 |
| 30 Jul | ₹300 | ₹300 | ₹300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹300 | ₹300 | ₹300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹300 | ₹300 | ₹300 |
| 26 Jul | ₹435 | ₹300 | ₹336 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Firewood yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
To sum up, this was the Firewood rate at Gonda APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.