In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Firewood was quoted at ₹450 per quintal in Purwa APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Firewood Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹450
- Lowest Price Today₹450
- Average (Modal) Price₹450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityFirewood (Firewood)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Firewood rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 8.0% below the period average and just 21.7% 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 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Purwa APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hapur APMC Leader | ₹675 |
| 2 Baheri APMC | ₹615 |
| 3 Dibiapur APMC | ₹610 |
| 4 Nanuta APMC | ₹555 |
| 5 Rupaidiha APMC | ₹533 |
| 6 Naanpara APMC | ₹533 |
| 7 Unnao APMC | ₹523 |
| 8 Ayodhya APMC | ₹514 |
| 9 Auraiya APMC | ₹500 |
| 10 Balrampur APMC | ₹500 |
| 11 Hasanpur APMC | ₹500 |
| 12 Maigalganj APMC | ₹500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Firewood.
At ₹175 (35.1%), 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 Purwa APMC ranged between ₹450 and ₹575, with the average around ₹489. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 17 Aug | ₹575 | ₹575 | ₹575 |
| 16 Aug | ₹575 | ₹575 | ₹575 |
| 14 Aug | ₹575 | ₹450 | ₹512 |
| 13 Aug | ₹575 | ₹575 | ₹575 |
| 11 Aug | ₹575 | ₹575 | ₹575 |
| 10 Aug | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 09 Aug | ₹465 | ₹465 | ₹465 |
| 08 Aug | ₹575 | ₹450 | ₹488 |
| 06 Aug | ₹575 | ₹575 | ₹575 |
| 05 Aug | ₹575 | ₹450 | ₹526 |
| 04 Aug | ₹575 | ₹575 | ₹575 |
| 02 Aug | ₹575 | ₹575 | ₹575 |
| 31 Jul | ₹575 | ₹465 | ₹535 |
| 30 Jul | ₹575 | ₹450 | ₹507 |
| 29 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 28 Jul | ₹565 | ₹450 | ₹529 |
| 27 Jul | ₹545 | ₹450 | ₹477 |
| 25 Jul | ₹545 | ₹450 | ₹496 |
| 24 Jul | ₹545 | ₹450 | ₹481 |
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
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Firewood traded at this rate in Purwa 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.