Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹2,460 per quintal in Amalner APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Amalner APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Jowar(Sorghum) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,460
- Lowest Price Today₹2,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,460
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Jowar(Sorghum) is about 21.2% below the period average, sitting just 44.4% 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
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 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Amalner APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹4,425, with the average around ₹3,120. 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 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,460 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,482 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,482 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,425 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,425 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,190 | ₹3,251 | ₹4,190 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,371 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,416 | ₹2,450 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,382 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,382 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,370 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,370 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,350 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,325 | ₹3,532 | ₹4,325 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,675 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,675 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,940 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,940 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹2,965 | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Jul | ₹4,112 | ₹3,400 | ₹4,112 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,360 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,360 |
| 07 Jul | ₹4,151 | ₹3,410 | ₹4,151 |
| 06 Jul | ₹3,737 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,737 |
| 04 Jul | ₹3,612 | ₹2,776 | ₹3,194 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,416 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,358 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Jowar(Sorghum) stood at Amalner 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.