In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹3,400 per quintal in Banaganapalli APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Jowar(Sorghum) Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,650
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Jowar ( White))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 0.1% below the period average and just 8.1% 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 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mansa APMC Leader | ₹6,250 |
| 2 Jasdan APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 Dhrol APMC | ₹5,650 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹4,687 |
| 6 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹4,625 |
| 7 Rajula APMC | ₹4,430 |
| 8 Alur APMC | ₹3,725 |
| 9 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,640 |
| 10 Jalgaon APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 11 Banaganapalli APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Dondaicha (Sindhkheda) APMC | ₹3,300 |
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.
That ₹2,950 (89.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Jowar(Sorghum) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Banaganapalli APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹3,700, with the average around ₹3,402. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹3,650 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,650 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,450 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,650 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
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
Before carting Jowar(Sorghum) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach 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
Net-net, Banaganapalli APMC posted this Jowar(Sorghum) rate on 18 Aug 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.