In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Oct 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Barshi(Vairag) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹9,100
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 33.8% above the period average, sitting just 23.1% 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
Here's how Jowar(Sorghum) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Karmala APMC Leader | ₹7,300 |
| 2 APMC Jamkhed APMC | ₹7,150 |
| 3 Barshi(Vairag) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 APMC Kaij APMC | ₹6,565 |
| 5 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 6 APMC Barshi APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 APMC Parbhani APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 8 Karjat(Rashin) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 APMC Paithan APMC | ₹4,550 |
| 10 APMC Tasgaon APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Koilkunta APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 12 Ranebennur APMC | ₹3,200 |
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.
The ₹4,100 (128.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Barshi(Vairag) APMC ranged between ₹2,911 and ₹9,100, with the average around ₹5,233. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹9,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,251 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,801 | ₹6,001 | ₹6,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,200 | ₹3,400 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹3,701 | ₹6,601 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹3,599 | ₹6,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,401 | ₹4,511 | ₹5,350 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹4,001 | ₹5,051 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,946 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,375 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹4,501 | ₹5,899 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹2,950 | ₹4,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹4,801 | ₹5,001 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,801 | ₹4,811 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,401 | ₹3,100 | ₹4,610 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,501 | ₹3,101 | ₹4,650 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹3,100 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,450 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,800 |
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 day's best Jowar(Sorghum) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
All told, this is where Jowar(Sorghum) stood at Barshi(Vairag) APMC on 20 Oct 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.