In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹4,700 per quintal in Karmala APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Jowar(Sorghum) Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,100
- Lowest Price Today₹3,925
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 4.2% above the period average and just 20.4% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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
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.
At ₹975 (18.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Jowar(Sorghum) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Karmala APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹5,901, with the average around ₹4,511. 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 | ₹5,100 | ₹3,925 | ₹4,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,101 | ₹4,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,150 | ₹3,975 | ₹4,550 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,475 | ₹3,851 | ₹4,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,450 | ₹4,200 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹4,100 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹3,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹4,325 | ₹4,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,775 | ₹4,200 | ₹5,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹3,650 | ₹4,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,351 | ₹4,131 | ₹4,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,025 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,750 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹4,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,625 | ₹4,200 | ₹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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Jowar(Sorghum), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) traded at this rate in Karmala APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.