Based on what the markets reported on 16 Aug 2026, Jute was quoted at ₹9,700 per quintal in Kalna APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Jute today.
01What's Behind Today's Jute Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,800
- Lowest Price Today₹9,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,700
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityJute (TD-5)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Jute is about 2.1% above the period average — just 8.5% 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
The table below lines up Jute rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kalna APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kasimbazar APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Karimpur APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 3 Bethuadahari APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 4 Kalna APMC | ₹9,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Jute.
That ₹2,800 (28.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Jute fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Jute prices at Kalna APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹10,600, with the average around ₹9,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 18 Jun | ₹10,600 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,500 |
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 Jute 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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Jute changed hands at this rate in Kalna APMC on 16 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.