From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹2,460 per quintal in Dondaicha 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
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,460
- Lowest Price Today₹2,460
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,460
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 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.
At this level, Jowar(Sorghum) is about 1.7% below the period average, sitting just 27.6% short of 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
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.
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.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Dondaicha APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹3,400, with the average around ₹2,502. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,460 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,460 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,493 | ₹2,493 | ₹2,493 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,505 | ₹2,501 | ₹2,501 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,240 | ₹3,240 | ₹3,240 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,495 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,331 | ₹2,295 | ₹2,295 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,351 | ₹2,351 | ₹2,351 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,701 | ₹2,601 | ₹2,701 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,250 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,125 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,231 | ₹2,231 | ₹2,231 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,251 | ₹2,251 | ₹2,251 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,127 | ₹2,127 | ₹2,127 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,851 | ₹2,562 | ₹2,562 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,367 | ₹2,074 | ₹2,351 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,352 |
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
The day's best Jowar(Sorghum) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
All told, this is where Jowar(Sorghum) stood at Dondaicha APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.