Going by the latest APMC figures for 16 Aug 2026, Mahua was quoted at ₹2,307 per quintal in Lalitpur APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Mahua Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,312
- Lowest Price Today₹2,304
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,307
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityMahua (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Mahua rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Mahua about 0.0% below the period average, and just 42.0% 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
The table below lines up Mahua rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Lalitpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ajuha APMC Leader | ₹2,500 |
| 2 Lalitpur APMC | ₹2,307 |
| 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.
At ₹500 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Mahua matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,306 | ₹2,302 | ₹2,305 |
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
Selling Mahua well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Mahua was priced at this level in Lalitpur APMC on 16 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.