Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹2,850 per quintal in Jaipur (Grain) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Jowar(Sorghum) Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,850
- Lowest Price Today₹2,850
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Jowar(Sorghum) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 1.3% above the period average and just 1.7% 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 Jaipur (Grain) 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 Chotila APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Vankaner APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Rajkot APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 7 Jasdan APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Botad APMC | ₹5,665 |
| 9 Dhrol APMC | ₹5,650 |
| 10 Gondal APMC | ₹5,605 |
| 11 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹5,229 |
| 12 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,200 |
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.
That ₹1,100 (21.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Jowar(Sorghum) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Jaipur (Grain) APMC ranged between ₹2,050 and ₹2,900, with the average around ₹2,813. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,850 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,850 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,850 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,850 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 22 Jun | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 18 Jun | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
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
Going to the top Jowar(Sorghum) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Jaipur (Grain) APMC posted this Jowar(Sorghum) rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.