With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Jute was quoted at ₹11,200 per quintal in Jiaganj APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Jiaganj APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,500
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityJute (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.6% above the period average and just 2.6% 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 Jute rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jiaganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dinhata APMC Leader | ₹12,600 |
| 2 Baxirhat APMC | ₹12,600 |
| 3 Mekhliganj APMC | ₹12,600 |
| 4 Haldibari APMC | ₹12,600 |
| 5 Mathabhanga APMC | ₹12,600 |
| 6 Toofanganj APMC | ₹12,600 |
| 7 Kasimbazar APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 8 Bethuadahari APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 9 Nadia APMC | ₹11,300 |
| 10 Jangipur APMC | ₹11,250 |
| 11 Jiaganj APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 12 Karimpur APMC | ₹11,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Jute.
That ₹1,400 (12.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Jute fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Jute prices at Jiaganj APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹11,500, with the average around ₹11,026. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 14 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
For Jute, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Jute traded at this rate in Jiaganj 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.