With the 19 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Gunpur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mahua, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,900 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What's Behind Today's Mahua Price
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,100
- Lowest Price Today₹4,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,900
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityMahua (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Mahua about 9.3% above the period average, and just 5.8% 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 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gunpur APMC Leader | ₹4,900 |
| 2 Baikunthpur APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 3 Jafarganj APMC | ₹2,000 |
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.
That ₹2,900 (145.0%) 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 Gunpur APMC ranged between ₹2,210 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹4,485. 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 | ₹5,100 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,900 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,420 | ₹4,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,420 | ₹4,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,420 | ₹4,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,420 | ₹4,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,420 | ₹4,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,420 | ₹4,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,220 | ₹2,350 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹4,440 | ₹4,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹4,440 | ₹4,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹4,440 | ₹4,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹4,440 | ₹4,700 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Mahua today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Gunpur APMC was the market to beat for Mahua on 19 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.