In the price report dated 17 Oct 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹5,250 per quintal in Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Jowar(Sorghum) about 6.2% above the period average, and just 19.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Jowar(Sorghum) rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalaburagi APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Kalol APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 3 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 4 Porbandar APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 APMC Tuljapur APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹6,175 |
| 7 APMC Murum APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 JASDAN APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Taleja APMC | ₹5,855 |
| 11 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 APMC Deoulgaon Raja APMC | ₹4,800 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,700 (56.3%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC ranged between ₹3,900 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹4,945. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹6,400 | ₹4,100 | ₹5,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,200 | ₹4,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,950 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,950 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,950 | ₹4,975 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,950 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,700 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,850 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,875 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,850 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,850 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,900 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,850 |
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
Farmers comparing Jowar(Sorghum) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
The takeaway: Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC reported Jowar(Sorghum) at this level on 17 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.