With the 21 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Firewood was quoted at ₹345 per quintal in Prayagraj APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹410
- Lowest Price Today₹300
- Average (Modal) Price₹345
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityFirewood (Firewood)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 5.4% above the period average and just 44.4% 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 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Prayagraj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siyana APMC Leader | ₹597 |
| 2 Baheri APMC | ₹575 |
| 3 Khurja APMC | ₹556 |
| 4 Powayan APMC | ₹545 |
| 5 Puranpur APMC | ₹535 |
| 6 Hapur APMC | ₹525 |
| 7 Pilibhit APMC | ₹515 |
| 8 Jalaun APMC | ₹500 |
| 9 Haathras APMC | ₹500 |
| 10 Bangarmau APMC | ₹485 |
| 11 Bareilly APMC | ₹473 |
| 12 Bilaspur APMC | ₹456 |
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.
At ₹141 (31.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Firewood matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Firewood prices at Prayagraj APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹620, with the average around ₹327. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹410 | ₹300 | ₹345 |
| 19 Oct | ₹300 | ₹300 | ₹300 |
| 18 Oct | ₹300 | ₹300 | ₹300 |
| 17 Oct | ₹300 | ₹300 | ₹300 |
| 16 Oct | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹348 |
| 15 Oct | ₹435 | ₹300 | ₹354 |
| 14 Oct | ₹308 | ₹300 | ₹302 |
| 13 Oct | ₹435 | ₹300 | ₹366 |
| 12 Oct | ₹300 | ₹300 | ₹300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹417 | ₹300 | ₹387 |
| 23 Sep | ₹300 | ₹300 | ₹300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹300 | ₹300 | ₹300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹350 | ₹300 | ₹323 |
| 20 Sep | ₹300 | ₹300 | ₹300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹337 |
| 18 Sep | ₹300 | ₹300 | ₹300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹316 |
| 16 Sep | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹318 |
| 15 Sep | ₹520 | ₹300 | ₹368 |
| 14 Sep | ₹350 | ₹300 | ₹316 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Oct 2026, Firewood traded at this rate in Prayagraj APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.