Going by the latest APMC figures for 24 Oct 2026, Porbandar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Jowar(Sorghum), clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,950 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What's Behind Today's Jowar(Sorghum) Price
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,950
- Lowest Price Today₹7,950
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Other)
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.
This puts Jowar(Sorghum) about 51.8% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Jowar(Sorghum) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Porbandar APMC Leader | ₹7,950 |
| 2 APMC Tuljapur APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 4 APMC Vaduj APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Dhrol APMC | ₹6,415 |
| 8 Barshi(Vairag) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 9 Rajula APMC | ₹6,392 |
| 10 APMC Dudhani APMC | ₹6,287 |
| 11 Bailahongal APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 ₹1,950 (32.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Porbandar APMC ranged between ₹1,750 and ₹7,950, with the average around ₹5,236. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹7,950 | ₹7,950 | ₹7,950 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,850 | ₹7,075 | ₹7,460 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,350 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,175 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,575 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,485 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,675 | ₹7,675 | ₹7,675 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,925 | ₹3,575 | ₹5,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,575 | ₹5,575 | ₹5,575 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,375 | ₹5,175 | ₹5,775 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,950 | ₹5,950 | ₹5,950 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,850 | ₹5,875 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,375 | ₹2,375 | ₹2,375 |
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
The takeaway: Porbandar APMC was the market to beat for Jowar(Sorghum) on 24 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.