In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹3,900 per quintal in Mahuva(Station Road) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Jowar(Sorghum) range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Jowar(Sorghum) Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,740
- Lowest Price Today₹2,060
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 1.3% below the period average and just 40.5% 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
The table below lines up Jowar(Sorghum) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mahuva(Station Road) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pune APMC Leader | ₹6,300 |
| 2 Mansa APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 3 Siddhpur APMC | ₹6,212 |
| 4 Vankaner APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Chotila APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Jasdan APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Botad APMC | ₹5,665 |
| 8 Dhrol APMC | ₹5,650 |
| 9 Gondal APMC | ₹5,605 |
| 10 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹5,229 |
| 11 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹4,687 |
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 ₹1,613 (34.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Jowar(Sorghum) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Mahuva(Station Road) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹6,550, with the average around ₹3,953. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹5,740 | ₹2,060 | ₹3,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,160 | ₹1,950 | ₹4,055 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,060 | ₹2,255 | ₹4,158 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,495 | ₹2,305 | ₹2,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,755 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,128 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,750 | ₹2,460 | ₹4,105 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,260 | ₹2,250 | ₹3,755 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,555 | ₹2,350 | ₹3,953 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,360 | ₹2,200 | ₹3,780 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,140 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,320 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,030 | ₹2,240 | ₹4,135 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,150 | ₹2,760 | ₹4,455 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,555 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,528 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹2,160 | ₹4,080 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,395 | ₹2,215 | ₹4,305 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,230 | ₹2,060 | ₹4,145 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,150 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,075 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,475 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,738 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,175 | ₹1,650 | ₹3,913 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,525 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) traded at this rate in Mahuva(Station Road) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.