Here's the 17 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹2,508 per quintal in Chalisgaon APMC. See where this sits in the day's Jowar(Sorghum) range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Jowar(Sorghum) Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,545
- Lowest Price Today₹2,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,508
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Jowar ( White))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Jowar(Sorghum) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Jowar(Sorghum) is about 11.2% above the period average — just 1.6% 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Chalisgaon APMC ranged between ₹1,401 and ₹2,550, with the average around ₹2,255. 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 | ₹2,545 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,508 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,521 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,120 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,426 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,350 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,371 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,446 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,372 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,260 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,436 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,241 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹1,401 | ₹1,900 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,420 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,425 | ₹2,260 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,300 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,472 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,431 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,244 |
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 headline Jowar(Sorghum) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
In short, Jowar(Sorghum) changed hands at this rate in Chalisgaon APMC on 17 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.