From today's trading desk on 21 Aug 2026, Jute was quoted at ₹11,200 per quintal in Jiaganj APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Jute Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,800
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,200
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityJute (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Jute is about 1.4% above the period average, sitting just 5.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Jute rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nadia APMC Leader | ₹11,300 |
| 2 Jangipur APMC | ₹11,250 |
| 3 Jiaganj APMC | ₹11,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹100 (0.9%) 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, Jute prices at Jiaganj APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹11,800, with the average around ₹11,043. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹11,800 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹11,800 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹11,300 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹11,300 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹11,300 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹11,300 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹11,300 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹11,300 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹11,300 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹11,300 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹11,300 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹11,300 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹11,300 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,200 |
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 headline Jute rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
All told, this is where Jute stood at Jiaganj APMC on 21 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.