Here's the 12 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹4,950 per quintal in Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Jowar(Sorghum) is about 1.6% above the period average, sitting just 18.9% 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
The table below lines up Jowar(Sorghum) rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vankaner APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Mansa APMC | ₹7,175 |
| 3 Rajkot APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 4 JASDAN APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Chotila APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Barshi(Vairag) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 7 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹6,409 |
| 9 Gondal APMC | ₹6,305 |
| 10 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Bagalkot APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 APMC Karmala APMC | ₹5,700 |
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 ₹1,550 (27.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC ranged between ₹3,900 and ₹6,100, with the average around ₹4,870. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,950 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,950 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,950 | ₹4,975 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,950 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,700 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,850 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,875 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,850 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,850 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,900 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,850 |
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
Before carting Jowar(Sorghum) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Jowar(Sorghum) rate at Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC on 12 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.