In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹3,820 per quintal in SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC. This is one of several Jowar(Sorghum) rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Jowar(Sorghum) Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,910
- Lowest Price Today₹3,820
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,820
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 6.9% below the period average and just 28.9% 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
The table below lines up Jowar(Sorghum) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Jowar(Sorghum).
At ₹1,613 (34.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Jowar(Sorghum) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹5,370, with the average around ₹4,102. 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 | ₹3,910 | ₹3,820 | ₹3,820 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,005 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,205 | ₹4,205 | ₹4,205 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,350 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,505 | ₹3,880 | ₹4,140 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,005 | ₹3,785 | ₹4,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,875 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,380 | ₹3,750 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,650 | ₹4,060 | ₹4,060 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,680 | ₹3,775 | ₹4,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,005 | ₹3,750 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,480 | ₹3,755 | ₹4,160 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,915 | ₹4,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,650 | ₹3,875 | ₹4,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,430 | ₹4,430 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹3,765 | ₹4,105 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,210 | ₹3,860 | ₹3,900 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,405 | ₹3,805 | ₹4,260 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) traded at this rate in SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR 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.