Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹2,212 per quintal in Yavatmal APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Jowar(Sorghum) Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,325
- Lowest Price Today₹2,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,212
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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 4.7% below the period average and just 11.7% 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 Yavatmal 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 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 ₹1,613 (34.4%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Yavatmal APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,505, with the average around ₹2,322. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,325 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,212 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,340 | ₹2,340 | ₹2,340 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,260 | ₹2,260 | ₹2,260 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,395 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,297 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,155 | ₹2,155 | ₹2,155 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,490 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,440 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,435 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,405 | ₹2,405 | ₹2,405 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,355 | ₹2,355 | ₹2,355 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,425 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,505 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,490 |
| 19 Jun | ₹2,355 | ₹2,355 | ₹2,355 |
| 18 Jun | ₹2,400 | ₹2,355 | ₹2,380 |
| 17 Jun | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) traded at this rate in Yavatmal 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.