In the latest market update for 17 Aug 2026, Firewood was quoted at ₹350 per quintal in Lalganj APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Firewood Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹350
- Lowest Price Today₹350
- Average (Modal) Price₹350
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityFirewood (Firewood)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 3.3% below the period average, sitting just 42.6% 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 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hapur APMC Leader | ₹882 |
| 2 Ayodhya APMC | ₹555 |
| 3 Muzzafarnagar APMC | ₹505 |
| 4 Rampur APMC | ₹400 |
| 5 Lalganj APMC | ₹350 |
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 ₹532 (152.0%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Firewood prices at Lalganj APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹610, with the average around ₹362. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹350 | ₹350 | ₹350 |
| 16 Aug | ₹610 | ₹300 | ₹476 |
| 15 Aug | ₹600 | ₹300 | ₹384 |
| 14 Aug | ₹600 | ₹350 | ₹513 |
| 13 Aug | ₹380 | ₹300 | ₹343 |
| 12 Aug | ₹350 | ₹350 | ₹350 |
| 11 Aug | ₹350 | ₹350 | ₹350 |
| 10 Aug | ₹400 | ₹350 | ₹368 |
| 09 Aug | ₹350 | ₹350 | ₹350 |
| 08 Aug | ₹380 | ₹350 | ₹357 |
| 07 Aug | ₹380 | ₹350 | ₹355 |
| 06 Aug | ₹600 | ₹300 | ₹391 |
| 05 Aug | ₹380 | ₹300 | ₹349 |
| 04 Aug | ₹350 | ₹350 | ₹350 |
| 03 Aug | ₹610 | ₹300 | ₹354 |
| 02 Aug | ₹610 | ₹350 | ₹434 |
| 01 Aug | ₹610 | ₹350 | ₹455 |
| 31 Jul | ₹610 | ₹350 | ₹387 |
| 30 Jul | ₹610 | ₹300 | ₹386 |
| 29 Jul | ₹435 | ₹400 | ₹422 |
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 day's best Firewood rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Firewood stood at Lalganj APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.