Across the reporting yards on 24 Aug 2026, Songadh(Umrada) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Guar, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,500 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Guar Rate
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityGuar (Guaar)
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 18.7% above the period average and right at 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
This table ranks Guar rates across active mandis for 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Songadh(Umrada) APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Ratnagiri (Nachane) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Gondal(Veg.market Gondal) APMC | ₹4,250 |
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 ₹4,250 (100.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Guar matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Guar prices at Songadh(Umrada) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹7,158. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 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 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Guar, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 24 Aug 2026, Songadh(Umrada) APMC set the pace for Guar. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.