Across the reporting yards on 20 Aug 2026, Alirajpur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mahua, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,300 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Mahua board.
01What Put Alirajpur APMC on Top Today
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,305
- Lowest Price Today₹5,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,300
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityMahua (Mahua Seed / Bunch)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 16.5% above the period average and just 5.4% 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
Here's how Mahua rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alirajpur APMC Leader | ₹5,300 |
| 2 Gunpur APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 3 Dewas APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 4 Kharsiya APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Bharamgarh APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Bijapur APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Bhopalpattnam APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Jhansi APMC | ₹2,500 |
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.
That ₹2,800 (112.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Mahua fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Mahua prices at Alirajpur APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹4,549. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹5,305 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,305 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,310 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,310 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,305 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,305 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,302 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,305 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,305 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,310 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,310 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,310 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 19 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 08 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 06 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 05 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Alirajpur APMC set the pace for Mahua. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.