Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Mansa APMC stood at the front of the pack for Jowar(Sorghum), clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,250 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Jowar(Sorghum).
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Jowar(Sorghum) Rate
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,330
- Lowest Price Today₹6,070
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
Today's rate is about 5.4% above the period average and just 8.5% 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 Mansa APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹2,950 (89.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
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 ₹5,928. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,330 | ₹6,070 | ₹6,250 |
| 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 |
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 on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Mansa APMC set the pace for Jowar(Sorghum). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.