Checking the day's mandi numbers for 26 Aug 2026, Pratapgarh APMC stood at the front of the pack for Firewood, clocking the day's best rate at ₹600 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What's Behind Today's Firewood Price
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityFirewood (Firewood)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Firewood is about 51.9% above the period average, sitting just 1.6% 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
Here's how Firewood rates stacked up across reporting markets on 26 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pratapgarh APMC Leader | ₹600 |
| 2 Banthara APMC | ₹595 |
| 3 Bahraich APMC | ₹595 |
| 4 Ayodhya APMC | ₹575 |
| 5 Muzzafarnagar APMC | ₹504 |
| 6 Siyana APMC | ₹502 |
| 7 Hardoi APMC | ₹500 |
| 8 Firozabad APMC | ₹500 |
| 9 Balrampur APMC | ₹500 |
| 10 Bhinga APMC | ₹495 |
| 11 Dhanaura APMC | ₹470 |
| 12 Bareilly APMC | ₹451 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹149 (33.0%) 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 Pratapgarh APMC ranged between ₹350 and ₹610, with the average around ₹395. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹475 | ₹350 | ₹407 |
| 24 Aug | ₹600 | ₹350 | ₹394 |
| 23 Aug | ₹610 | ₹350 | ₹412 |
| 22 Aug | ₹610 | ₹350 | ₹459 |
| 21 Aug | ₹600 | ₹350 | ₹423 |
| 20 Aug | ₹400 | ₹350 | ₹368 |
| 19 Aug | ₹610 | ₹350 | ₹410 |
| 18 Aug | ₹610 | ₹350 | ₹431 |
| 17 Aug | ₹450 | ₹350 | ₹398 |
| 16 Aug | ₹610 | ₹350 | ₹432 |
| 15 Aug | ₹610 | ₹350 | ₹488 |
| 14 Aug | ₹610 | ₹350 | ₹432 |
| 13 Aug | ₹610 | ₹350 | ₹439 |
| 12 Aug | ₹610 | ₹350 | ₹456 |
| 11 Aug | ₹600 | ₹350 | ₹427 |
| 10 Aug | ₹610 | ₹350 | ₹408 |
| 09 Aug | ₹610 | ₹350 | ₹394 |
| 08 Aug | ₹600 | ₹350 | ₹402 |
| 07 Aug | ₹610 | ₹350 | ₹389 |
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
The headline Firewood rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
To sum up, Pratapgarh APMC led Firewood on 26 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.