Reading today's price tape for 16 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹2,100 per quintal in Parola APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Jowar(Sorghum) markets.
01What Put Parola APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,100
- Lowest Price Today₹2,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,100
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Jowar ( White))
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.
At this level, Jowar(Sorghum) is about 9.5% below the period average, sitting just 23.7% 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
This table ranks Jowar(Sorghum) rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hospet APMC Leader | ₹6,151 |
| 2 Koilkunta APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹2,986 |
| 4 Paithan APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 5 Parola APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 6 Buldhana APMC | ₹1,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Jowar(Sorghum).
At ₹4,351 (241.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Jowar(Sorghum) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Parola APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,751, with the average around ₹2,321. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,534 | ₹2,448 | ₹2,450 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,525 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,751 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,459 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,425 | ₹2,372 | ₹2,372 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,401 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,419 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,350 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,368 | ₹2,368 | ₹2,368 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,151 | ₹2,151 | ₹2,151 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
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 Jowar(Sorghum) 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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Jowar(Sorghum) stood at Parola APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.