Based on what the markets reported on 16 Oct 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹2,775 per quintal in Ballari APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹3,216
- Lowest Price Today₹2,559
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,775
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Yellow)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Jowar(Sorghum) is about 3.4% above the period average — just 32.4% 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
This table ranks Jowar(Sorghum) rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Tuljapur APMC Leader | ₹7,400 |
| 2 Vankaner APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 4 Chotila APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Kalol APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 APMC Jamkhed APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 8 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Mahuva(Station Road) APMC | ₹5,733 |
| 10 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 APMC Majalgaon APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 APMC Deoulgaon Raja APMC | ₹4,851 |
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.
That ₹2,549 (52.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Jowar(Sorghum) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Ballari APMC ranged between ₹1,150 and ₹4,102, with the average around ₹2,684. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹3,216 | ₹2,559 | ₹2,775 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,151 | ₹2,456 | ₹2,960 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,716 | ₹2,626 | ₹2,654 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,456 | ₹2,671 | ₹2,993 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,326 | ₹2,601 | ₹3,091 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,439 | ₹2,227 | ₹2,957 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,118 | ₹2,481 | ₹2,826 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,469 | ₹2,671 | ₹3,153 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,189 | ₹2,352 | ₹2,766 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,240 | ₹2,526 | ₹2,804 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,575 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,779 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,575 | ₹1,150 | ₹2,625 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,020 | ₹2,129 | ₹2,808 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,639 | ₹1,501 | ₹2,862 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,269 | ₹2,459 | ₹2,816 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,474 | ₹1,966 | ₹2,931 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,188 | ₹2,579 | ₹2,867 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,589 | ₹2,234 | ₹2,836 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,435 | ₹1,866 | ₹2,945 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,341 | ₹2,106 | ₹2,754 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Jowar(Sorghum) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
In short, Jowar(Sorghum) changed hands at this rate in Ballari APMC on 16 Oct 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.