With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Mahua was quoted at ₹2,305 per quintal in Lalitpur APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Mahua markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Mahua Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,308
- Lowest Price Today₹2,302
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,305
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMahua (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Mahua about 0.1% below the period average, and just 42.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Mahua rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dewas APMC Leader | ₹5,345 |
| 2 Beohari APMC | ₹5,120 |
| 3 Gunpur APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 4 Bijapur APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Bhopalpattnam APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Bharamgarh APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Khetia APMC | ₹2,465 |
| 8 Lalitpur APMC | ₹2,305 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,040 (131.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Mahua prices at Lalitpur APMC ranged between ₹2,301 and ₹3,980, with the average around ₹2,308. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,308 | ₹2,302 | ₹2,305 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,312 | ₹2,304 | ₹2,307 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,310 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,306 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,308 | ₹2,302 | ₹2,305 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,308 | ₹2,304 | ₹2,306 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,310 | ₹2,303 | ₹2,306 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,308 | ₹2,304 | ₹2,305 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,306 | ₹2,304 | ₹2,305 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,310 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,306 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,304 | ₹2,304 | ₹2,304 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,308 | ₹2,302 | ₹2,304 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,310 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,306 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,310 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,305 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,308 | ₹2,304 | ₹2,306 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,306 | ₹2,302 | ₹2,305 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,310 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,306 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,308 | ₹2,304 | ₹2,306 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,310 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,306 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,308 | ₹2,302 | ₹2,304 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,310 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,306 |
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 Mahua 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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Mahua was priced at this level in Lalitpur APMC on 18 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.