Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹2,550 per quintal in Malkapur APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Malkapur APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,850
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Jowar(Sorghum) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Jowar(Sorghum) about 4.9% above the period average, and just 17.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Jowar(Sorghum) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Jowar(Sorghum).
The ₹1,613 (34.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Malkapur APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹3,085, with the average around ₹2,430. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,550 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,635 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,575 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,705 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,590 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,740 | ₹1,875 | ₹2,555 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,690 | ₹2,080 | ₹2,551 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,705 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,525 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,085 | ₹1,960 | ₹2,465 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,175 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,650 | ₹2,330 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,730 | ₹2,310 | ₹2,505 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,575 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,625 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,425 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,551 | ₹1,920 | ₹2,370 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,465 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,470 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,350 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,451 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,350 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,575 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,350 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,620 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,315 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Malkapur APMC reported Jowar(Sorghum) at this level on 18 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.