In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹6,175 per quintal in Mansa APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Jowar(Sorghum) today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Jowar(Sorghum) Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Jowar(Sorghum) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,315
- Lowest Price Today₹5,610
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,175
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Jowar(Sorghum) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Jowar(Sorghum) is about 4.3% above the period average — just 9.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Jowar(Sorghum) rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mansa 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 | ₹6,175 |
| 3 Siddhpur APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 4 Vankaner APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 5 Rajkot APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 6 Visnagar APMC | ₹5,877 |
| 7 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Jasdan APMC | ₹5,325 |
| 9 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 11 Rajula APMC | ₹4,533 |
| 12 Mahuva(Station Road) APMC | ₹4,055 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹2,245 (55.4%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Mansa APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹6,830, with the average around ₹5,920. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,315 | ₹5,610 | ₹6,175 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,375 | ₹6,005 | ₹6,330 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,380 | ₹6,190 | ₹6,190 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,350 | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,250 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,195 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,280 | ₹6,160 | ₹6,255 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,985 | ₹4,705 | ₹5,305 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,090 | ₹5,850 | ₹5,965 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,310 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,955 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,255 | ₹5,980 | ₹6,150 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,885 | ₹5,885 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,725 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,855 | ₹5,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,175 | ₹5,520 | ₹6,025 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,040 | ₹5,560 | ₹5,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,485 | ₹5,660 | ₹6,010 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,125 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,080 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,520 | ₹5,830 | ₹6,070 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,180 | ₹5,250 | ₹6,150 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,180 | ₹4,505 | ₹6,150 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Jowar(Sorghum) changed hands at this rate in Mansa APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.