In the price report dated 17 Oct 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹2,551 per quintal in Fatehnagar APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Fatehnagar APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,621
- Lowest Price Today₹2,531
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,551
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Hybrid)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Jowar(Sorghum) about 2.8% above the period average, and just 2.7% 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
The table below lines up Jowar(Sorghum) rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Fatehnagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalaburagi APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Vankaner APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 APMC Jamkhed APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 4 Hospet APMC | ₹7,001 |
| 5 Barshi(Vairag) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kalol APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 7 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 8 APMC Tuljapur APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Porbandar APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 APMC Dudhani APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹6,175 |
| 12 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Jowar(Sorghum).
The ₹1,500 (25.0%) 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Fatehnagar APMC ranged between ₹2,176 and ₹2,621, with the average around ₹2,481. 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 | ₹2,621 | ₹2,531 | ₹2,551 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,591 | ₹2,396 | ₹2,480 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,571 | ₹2,371 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,570 | ₹2,361 | ₹2,470 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,176 | ₹2,431 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,452 |
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
When picking where to sell Jowar(Sorghum), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Fatehnagar 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.