Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Aug 2026, Goat was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Sonamura APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Goat yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Sonamura APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Goat arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityGoat (Goat)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.9% below the period average and just 33.3% 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 Goat rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sonamura APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chuliaposi APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Sonamura APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Goat.
A spread of ₹2,000 (33.3%) 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, Goat prices at Sonamura APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,056. 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 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
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 Goat 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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sonamura APMC posted this Goat rate on 21 Aug 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.