Here's the 17 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Gevrai APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Jowar(Sorghum) Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,510
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Red)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Jowar(Sorghum) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Jowar(Sorghum) is about 5.5% above the period average — just 31.5% 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
Here's how Jowar(Sorghum) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pune APMC Leader | ₹6,300 |
| 2 Porbandar APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 3 Mansa APMC | ₹6,175 |
| 4 Siddhpur APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 5 Vankaner APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 6 Rajkot APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 7 Visnagar APMC | ₹5,877 |
| 8 Chotila APMC | ₹5,850 |
| 9 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Ausa APMC | ₹5,501 |
| 11 Kalol APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Jasdan APMC | ₹5,325 |
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 ₹975 (18.3%) 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 Gevrai APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,110, with the average around ₹3,318. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹2,510 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,110 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,601 | ₹2,550 | ₹3,575 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,971 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,785 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,450 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,525 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,701 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,189 | ₹2,550 | ₹3,370 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,265 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,450 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,525 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,450 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,475 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,599 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,145 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,322 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,199 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,450 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,130 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,365 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,350 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹2,350 | ₹3,375 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Jowar(Sorghum), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
To wrap up, Gevrai APMC logged this Jowar(Sorghum) rate on 17 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.