Going by the latest APMC figures for 22 Aug 2026, Meerut APMC stood at the front of the pack for Firewood, clocking the day's best rate at ₹650 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Firewood Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹650
- Lowest Price Today₹650
- Average (Modal) Price₹650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 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 6.9% above the period average and right at 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 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Meerut APMC Leader | ₹650 |
| 2 Pilibhit APMC | ₹625 |
| 3 Amroha APMC | ₹600 |
| 4 Sitapur APMC | ₹575 |
| 5 Rupaidiha APMC | ₹565 |
| 6 Balrampur APMC | ₹555 |
| 7 Tanda Akbarpur APMC | ₹550 |
| 8 Hapur APMC | ₹542 |
| 9 Shahganj APMC | ₹540 |
| 10 Akbarpur APMC | ₹520 |
| 11 Muzzafarnagar APMC | ₹505 |
| 12 Baheri APMC | ₹502 |
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.
At ₹148 (29.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Firewood matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Firewood prices at Meerut APMC ranged between ₹520 and ₹650, with the average around ₹608. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 21 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 17 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 13 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 05 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 04 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 03 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 02 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 01 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 31 Jul | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 29 Jul | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 27 Jul | ₹620 | ₹570 | ₹586 |
| 25 Jul | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 23 Jul | ₹620 | ₹570 | ₹590 |
| 21 Jul | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 19 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 11 Jul | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
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
Before carting Firewood to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 22 Aug 2026, Meerut APMC set the pace for Firewood. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.