From today's trading desk on 17 Oct 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹7,001 per quintal in Hospet APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Jowar(Sorghum) Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,001
- Lowest Price Today₹6,601
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,001
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Jowar ( White))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Jowar(Sorghum) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Jowar(Sorghum) is about 23.4% above the period average, sitting right at the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Jowar(Sorghum) rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Hospet APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalaburagi APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Vankaner APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 Hospet APMC | ₹7,001 |
| 4 Barshi(Vairag) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kalol APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 6 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 7 Porbandar APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 APMC Tuljapur APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 APMC Dudhani APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹6,175 |
| 11 JASDAN 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 ₹1,500 (25.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Hospet APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹7,001, with the average around ₹5,672. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹7,001 | ₹6,601 | ₹7,001 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,350 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,301 | ₹5,451 | ₹5,950 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,151 | ₹5,501 | ₹6,151 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,151 | ₹5,501 | ₹5,951 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,401 | ₹5,601 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Jul | ₹6,301 | ₹5,401 | ₹6,301 |
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
Farmers comparing Jowar(Sorghum) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
To sum up, this was the Jowar(Sorghum) rate at Hospet APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.