In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Piler APMC stood at the front of the pack for Gur(Jaggery), clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,700 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Gur(Jaggery), making it the day's standout.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Gur(Jaggery) Rate
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,900
- Lowest Price Today₹4,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,700
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGur(Jaggery) (NO 3)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Gur(Jaggery) is about 4.3% above the period average, sitting just 6.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Gur(Jaggery) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Piler APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Piler APMC Leader | ₹4,700 |
| 2 Srirangapattana APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 Kiratpur APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 4 Chandausi APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Chittoor APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Pakala APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 7 Penumuru APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 8 S.R.Puram APMC | ₹1,950 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Gur(Jaggery).
A spread of ₹2,750 (141.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Gur(Jaggery) prices at Piler APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,508. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
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
Going to the top Gur(Jaggery) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
To sum up, Piler APMC led Gur(Jaggery) on 18 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.