Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Aug 2026, Jute was quoted at ₹10,500 per quintal in Champadanga APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Champadanga APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,500
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityJute (TD-5)
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.
Right now Jute is about 5.1% below the period average — just 16.0% 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 Jute rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mathabhanga APMC Leader | ₹12,600 |
| 2 Haldibari APMC | ₹12,600 |
| 3 Mekhliganj APMC | ₹12,600 |
| 4 Bethuadahari APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 5 Samsi APMC | ₹11,300 |
| 6 Jangipur APMC | ₹11,250 |
| 7 Jiaganj APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 8 Champadanga APMC | ₹10,500 |
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 ₹2,100 (20.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Jute prices at Champadanga APMC ranged between ₹9,500 and ₹12,500, with the average around ₹11,069. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 04 Jul | ₹11,900 | ₹11,700 | ₹11,800 |
| 03 Jul | ₹11,900 | ₹11,700 | ₹11,800 |
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
Before carting Jute to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
In short, Jute changed hands at this rate in Champadanga APMC on 17 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.