In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹2,502 per quintal in Deoulgaon Raja APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
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₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,502
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,502
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Jowar(Sorghum) is about 2.6% below the period average — just 30.5% 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
This table ranks Jowar(Sorghum) rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pune APMC Leader | ₹6,300 |
| 2 Mansa APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 3 Siddhpur APMC | ₹6,212 |
| 4 Vankaner APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Chotila APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Jasdan APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Botad APMC | ₹5,665 |
| 8 Dhrol APMC | ₹5,650 |
| 9 Gondal APMC | ₹5,605 |
| 10 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹5,229 |
| 11 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹4,687 |
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 ₹1,613 (34.4%) 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 Deoulgaon Raja APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹2,568. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,502 | ₹2,502 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,951 | ₹2,670 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,950 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,631 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,575 | ₹2,526 | ₹2,526 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,952 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,951 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,150 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,701 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,030 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,511 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,771 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,885 | ₹2,501 | ₹2,501 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,501 | ₹2,501 | ₹2,501 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,253 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,760 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,575 | ₹2,750 | ₹3,100 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,901 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
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
Going to the top Jowar(Sorghum) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Jowar(Sorghum) changed hands at this rate in Deoulgaon Raja APMC on 18 Aug 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.