Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹2,470 per quintal in Chalisgaon APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Jowar(Sorghum) today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Jowar(Sorghum) Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,645
- Lowest Price Today₹2,221
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,470
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Jowar ( White))
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.
This puts Jowar(Sorghum) about 9.1% above the period average, and just 6.6% 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
The table below lines up Jowar(Sorghum) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chalisgaon APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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.
A spread of ₹1,613 (34.4%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Chalisgaon APMC ranged between ₹1,401 and ₹2,645, with the average around ₹2,263. 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 | ₹2,645 | ₹2,221 | ₹2,470 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Jowar(Sorghum) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Jowar(Sorghum) was priced at this level in Chalisgaon APMC on 18 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.