As fresh arrivals settled on 14 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹5,875 per quintal in Porbandar APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Jowar(Sorghum) Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,900
- Lowest Price Today₹5,850
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,875
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Jowar(Sorghum) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 17.6% above the period average and just 11.7% 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
Here's how Jowar(Sorghum) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siddhpur APMC Leader | ₹6,875 |
| 2 Pune APMC | ₹6,350 |
| 3 Mansa APMC | ₹6,330 |
| 4 Vankaner APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 5 Patan APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Rajkot APMC | ₹5,950 |
| 7 Porbandar APMC | ₹5,875 |
| 8 Chotila APMC | ₹5,850 |
| 9 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Botad APMC | ₹5,520 |
| 11 Jasdan APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 12 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,200 |
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 ₹1,675 (32.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Jowar(Sorghum) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Porbandar APMC ranged between ₹2,375 and ₹6,650, with the average around ₹4,995. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,850 | ₹5,875 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,375 | ₹2,375 | ₹2,375 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,450 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,975 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,025 | ₹5,010 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,250 | ₹3,950 | ₹5,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,650 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,540 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,075 | ₹6,075 | ₹6,075 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,450 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,225 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,750 | ₹3,025 | ₹4,385 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,275 | ₹4,325 | ₹5,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,650 | ₹6,650 | ₹6,650 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,350 | ₹6,350 | ₹6,350 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,525 | ₹3,950 | ₹5,235 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,725 | ₹5,725 | ₹5,725 |
| 10 Jul | ₹6,175 | ₹6,175 | ₹6,175 |
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 Jowar(Sorghum), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Porbandar APMC posted this Jowar(Sorghum) rate on 14 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.