With the 17 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹2,493 per quintal in Dondaicha APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Jowar(Sorghum) Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,493
- Lowest Price Today₹2,493
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,493
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.4% below the period average and just 26.7% 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
This table ranks Jowar(Sorghum) rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pune APMC Leader | ₹6,300 |
| 2 Porbandar APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 3 Mansa APMC | ₹6,175 |
| 4 Siddhpur APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 5 Vankaner APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 6 Rajkot APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 7 Visnagar APMC | ₹5,877 |
| 8 Chotila APMC | ₹5,850 |
| 9 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Ausa APMC | ₹5,501 |
| 11 Kalol APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Jasdan APMC | ₹5,325 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹975 (18.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Dondaicha APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹3,400, with the average around ₹2,504. 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 | ₹2,493 | ₹2,493 | ₹2,493 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,505 | ₹2,501 | ₹2,501 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,240 | ₹3,240 | ₹3,240 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,495 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,331 | ₹2,295 | ₹2,295 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,351 | ₹2,351 | ₹2,351 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,701 | ₹2,601 | ₹2,701 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,250 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,125 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,231 | ₹2,231 | ₹2,231 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,251 | ₹2,251 | ₹2,251 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,127 | ₹2,127 | ₹2,127 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,851 | ₹2,562 | ₹2,562 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,367 | ₹2,074 | ₹2,351 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,352 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,386 | ₹2,351 | ₹2,351 |
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
For Jowar(Sorghum), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) traded at this rate in Dondaicha APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.