In the latest market update for 28 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹4,600 per quintal in Sankarankovil APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Jowar(Sorghum) markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Jowar(Sorghum) Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Jowar(Sorghum) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Jowar(Sorghum) is about 26.4% above the period average — just 2.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Jowar(Sorghum) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pune APMC Leader | ₹6,400 |
| 2 Sankarankovil APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 3 Karjat APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 4 Barshi APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 5 Karjat(Rashin) APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 6 Alur APMC | ₹3,725 |
| 7 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Banaganapalli APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Manwat APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Manvi APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 11 Koilkunta APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 12 Thiruppur APMC | ₹2,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Jowar(Sorghum).
That ₹3,500 (120.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Jowar(Sorghum) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
055-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 5 days, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Sankarankovil APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹4,700, with the average around ₹3,640. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
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
Selling Jowar(Sorghum) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
In short, Jowar(Sorghum) changed hands at this rate in Sankarankovil APMC on 28 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.