In the price report dated 19 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹2,458 per quintal in Ballari APMC. This is one of several Jowar(Sorghum) rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
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₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,458
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Yellow)
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 1.0% below the period average and just 40.1% 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
The table below lines up Jowar(Sorghum) rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Ballari APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thara APMC Leader | ₹6,555 |
| 2 Kalol APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 3 Pune APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 4 Mansa APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Siddhpur APMC | ₹6,155 |
| 6 Vankaner APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Chotila APMC | ₹5,850 |
| 8 Narayanpet APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 9 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Sangli APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Nira(Saswad) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Bidar APMC | ₹4,800 |
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.
The ₹1,755 (36.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Ballari APMC ranged between ₹1,226 and ₹4,102, with the average around ₹2,484. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,458 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,811 | ₹2,012 | ₹2,749 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,102 | ₹2,269 | ₹3,912 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,929 | ₹2,209 | ₹2,652 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,189 | ₹1,869 | ₹2,649 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,556 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,352 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,501 | ₹2,439 | ₹2,476 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,146 | ₹2,456 | ₹2,584 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,238 | ₹2,122 | ₹2,796 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,156 | ₹2,406 | ₹2,706 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,850 | ₹2,222 | ₹2,578 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,228 | ₹1,999 | ₹2,665 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,669 | ₹2,009 | ₹2,145 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,616 | ₹1,869 | ₹2,424 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,321 | ₹1,766 | ₹2,659 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,345 | ₹1,345 | ₹1,345 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,434 | ₹1,769 | ₹2,498 |
| 08 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹1,733 | ₹2,352 |
| 07 Jul | ₹3,169 | ₹2,289 | ₹2,835 |
| 06 Jul | ₹3,316 | ₹2,216 | ₹2,786 |
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
For Jowar(Sorghum), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) traded at this rate in Ballari 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.