Pulling together the 17 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹3,800 per quintal in APMC CHOPADA APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put APMC CHOPADA APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,568
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 25.2% above the period average, sitting just 19.1% 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 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Kalol APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Jasdan APMC | ₹5,325 |
| 12 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,200 |
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 ₹1,100 (21.2%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at APMC CHOPADA APMC ranged between ₹1,951 and ₹4,700, with the average around ₹3,034. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,276 | ₹2,376 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,316 | ₹3,352 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,451 | ₹2,342 | ₹3,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,401 | ₹1,951 | ₹3,700 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,881 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,151 | ₹3,902 | ₹3,902 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,606 | ₹2,700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,851 | ₹2,851 | ₹2,851 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹2,568 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,627 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,525 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹3,452 | ₹3,452 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,852 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,392 | ₹2,476 | ₹2,476 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,901 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,950 | ₹2,550 | ₹3,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,342 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,075 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,826 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,826 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,485 | ₹2,485 | ₹2,485 |
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 often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Jowar(Sorghum) stood at APMC CHOPADA APMC on 17 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.