With the 17 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹3,925 per quintal in Alur APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Alur APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,025
- Lowest Price Today₹3,725
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,925
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Hybrid)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 5.4% above the period average and just 2.5% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Omchatinya Multi State Agro Purpose Co-Op Society, Dist Ahilyanagar APMC Leader | ₹7,900 |
| 2 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Rajkot APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Vankaner APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 5 APMC Jamkhed APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Hospet APMC | ₹7,001 |
| 7 Barshi(Vairag) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Ramdurga APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Kalol APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 10 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 11 APMC Tuljapur APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Porbandar APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹1,400 (21.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Alur APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹4,025, with the average around ₹3,723. 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 Oct | ₹4,025 | ₹3,725 | ₹3,925 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,025 | ₹3,725 | ₹3,925 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,023 | ₹3,720 | ₹3,920 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,023 | ₹3,720 | ₹3,920 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,023 | ₹3,720 | ₹3,920 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,023 | ₹3,720 | ₹3,920 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,726 | ₹3,726 | ₹3,726 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,728 | ₹3,728 | ₹3,728 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,725 | ₹3,725 | ₹3,725 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,725 | ₹3,725 | ₹3,725 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,725 | ₹3,725 | ₹3,725 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,725 | ₹3,725 | ₹3,725 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,726 | ₹3,726 | ₹3,726 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,726 | ₹3,726 | ₹3,726 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,726 | ₹3,726 | ₹3,726 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,725 | ₹3,725 | ₹3,725 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,728 | ₹3,728 | ₹3,728 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,726 | ₹3,726 | ₹3,726 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,726 | ₹3,726 | ₹3,726 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,726 | ₹3,726 | ₹3,726 |
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
The day's best Jowar(Sorghum) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Alur APMC posted this Jowar(Sorghum) rate on 17 Oct 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.