In the mandi rate roundup for 21 Oct 2026, Firewood was quoted at ₹524 per quintal in Powayan APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
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₹545
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹524
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 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 9.0% below the period average and just 19.4% 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 Powayan APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Moth APMC Leader | ₹600 |
| 2 Siyana APMC | ₹597 |
| 3 Khurja APMC | ₹556 |
| 4 Rura APMC | ₹550 |
| 5 Pilibhit APMC | ₹531 |
| 6 Powayan APMC | ₹524 |
| 7 Puranpur APMC | ₹519 |
| 8 Bilaspur APMC | ₹502 |
| 9 Hapur APMC | ₹502 |
| 10 Raath APMC | ₹500 |
| 11 Lakhimpur APMC | ₹500 |
| 12 Jalaun APMC | ₹500 |
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 ₹100 (20.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Firewood matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Firewood prices at Powayan APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹650, with the average around ₹576. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹545 | ₹500 | ₹524 |
| 20 Oct | ₹545 | ₹545 | ₹545 |
| 19 Oct | ₹545 | ₹545 | ₹545 |
| 18 Oct | ₹545 | ₹545 | ₹545 |
| 17 Oct | ₹555 | ₹555 | ₹555 |
| 16 Oct | ₹555 | ₹555 | ₹555 |
| 15 Oct | ₹570 | ₹570 | ₹570 |
| 14 Oct | ₹570 | ₹500 | ₹554 |
| 13 Oct | ₹570 | ₹570 | ₹570 |
| 12 Oct | ₹595 | ₹595 | ₹595 |
| 24 Sep | ₹630 | ₹500 | ₹575 |
| 22 Sep | ₹630 | ₹630 | ₹630 |
| 19 Sep | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 16 Sep | ₹630 | ₹500 | ₹584 |
| 15 Sep | ₹630 | ₹630 | ₹630 |
| 14 Sep | ₹630 | ₹630 | ₹630 |
| 13 Sep | ₹630 | ₹630 | ₹630 |
| 12 Sep | ₹630 | ₹500 | ₹578 |
| 11 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹620 | ₹500 | ₹544 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Firewood today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
Net-net, Powayan APMC posted this Firewood rate on 21 Oct 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.