In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Guar was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Songadh APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Songadh APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Guar arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityGuar (Gwar)
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.
Today's rate is about 13.7% above the period average and just 5.9% 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
Here's how Guar rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Himatnagar(Veg.Market Himatnagar) APMC Leader | ₹10,360 |
| 2 Khambhat(Veg Yard Khambhat) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Navsari APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Songadh APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Songadh(Badarpada) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Songadh(Umrada) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Akluj APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Gondal(Veg.market Gondal) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Damnagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Pune 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 Guar.
The ₹4,360 (72.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Guar prices at Songadh APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹7,038. 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 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Guar rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Songadh APMC posted this Guar rate on 17 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.