Going by the latest APMC figures for 14 Oct 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹2,450 per quintal in APMC Akola 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
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,450
- Lowest Price Today₹2,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 2.9% above the period average and just 18.9% 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 14 Oct 2026, so you can see where APMC Akola APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajkot APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Vankaner APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Chotila APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Rajula APMC | ₹6,325 |
| 6 Porbandar APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 7 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 APMC Dudhani APMC | ₹5,217 |
| 9 APMC Beed APMC | ₹5,143 |
| 10 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 11 APMC Majalgaon APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 12 APMC Barshi APMC | ₹5,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Jowar(Sorghum).
At ₹2,150 (42.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Jowar(Sorghum) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at APMC Akola APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,020, with the average around ₹2,380. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,480 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,450 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,020 | ₹2,370 | ₹2,695 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,390 | ₹2,295 | ₹2,375 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,455 | ₹2,245 | ₹2,365 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,380 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,350 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,425 | ₹2,180 | ₹2,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,420 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,525 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,440 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,495 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,320 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,260 | ₹2,340 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,465 | ₹2,280 | ₹2,370 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,170 | ₹2,390 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,395 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,280 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,440 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,575 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,365 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,490 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,340 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,350 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, APMC Akola APMC posted this Jowar(Sorghum) rate on 14 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.