Across the reporting yards on 19 Aug 2026, Araku Valley APMC stood at the front of the pack for Millets, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,000 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Araku Valley APMC on Top Today
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityMillets (Millets)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Millets about 7.4% above the period average, and just 20.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Millets prices at Araku Valley APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,725. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,950 | ₹2,950 | ₹2,950 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Millets, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Araku Valley APMC was the market to beat for Millets 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.