Going by the latest APMC figures for 12 Aug 2026, Firewood was quoted at ₹445 per quintal in Banthara APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Firewood today.
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₹575
- Lowest Price Today₹400
- Average (Modal) Price₹445
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityFirewood (Firewood)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Firewood rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 0.9% below the period average and just 22.6% 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 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where Banthara APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Akbarpur APMC Leader | ₹555 |
| 2 Tilhar APMC | ₹550 |
| 3 Mohammdi APMC | ₹520 |
| 4 Pilibhit APMC | ₹515 |
| 5 Bangarmau APMC | ₹515 |
| 6 Hapur APMC | ₹503 |
| 7 Unnao APMC | ₹502 |
| 8 Naanpara APMC | ₹500 |
| 9 Hardoi APMC | ₹500 |
| 10 Muradabad APMC | ₹500 |
| 11 Jaunpur APMC | ₹500 |
| 12 Gurusarai APMC | ₹500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Firewood.
That ₹55 (11.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Firewood fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Firewood prices at Banthara APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹575, with the average around ₹449. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹575 | ₹400 | ₹445 |
| 11 Aug | ₹465 | ₹465 | ₹465 |
| 09 Aug | ₹575 | ₹575 | ₹575 |
| 08 Aug | ₹465 | ₹400 | ₹446 |
| 07 Aug | ₹485 | ₹400 | ₹461 |
| 06 Aug | ₹465 | ₹400 | ₹454 |
| 04 Aug | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹575 | ₹450 | ₹513 |
| 31 Jul | ₹465 | ₹400 | ₹414 |
| 30 Jul | ₹465 | ₹465 | ₹465 |
| 29 Jul | ₹455 | ₹400 | ₹428 |
| 28 Jul | ₹455 | ₹400 | ₹425 |
| 27 Jul | ₹565 | ₹565 | ₹565 |
| 25 Jul | ₹455 | ₹455 | ₹455 |
| 24 Jul | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 19 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 18 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 17 Jul | ₹520 | ₹520 | ₹520 |
| 15 Jul | ₹520 | ₹450 | ₹474 |
| 14 Jul | ₹520 | ₹520 | ₹520 |
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
When picking where to sell Firewood, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Banthara APMC posted this Firewood rate on 12 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.