In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Aug 2026, Jaora APMC stood at the front of the pack for Poppy Seeds, clocking the day's best rate at ₹1,66,000 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What's Behind Today's Poppy Seeds Price
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,66,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,07,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,66,000
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityPoppy Seeds (Khaskhas)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Poppy Seeds is about 29.8% above the period average — just 5.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Poppy Seeds rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jaora APMC Leader | ₹1,66,000 |
| 2 Neemuch APMC | ₹1,16,000 |
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.
The ₹50,000 (43.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Poppy Seeds prices at Jaora APMC ranged between ₹82,000 and ₹1,75,001, with the average around ₹1,27,905. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹1,66,000 | ₹1,07,400 | ₹1,66,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,64,000 | ₹1,00,000 | ₹1,13,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,66,000 | ₹1,00,000 | ₹1,00,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,63,900 | ₹94,500 | ₹1,25,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,71,000 | ₹88,000 | ₹1,21,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,64,000 | ₹82,000 | ₹1,64,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,64,000 | ₹1,01,300 | ₹1,64,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,49,600 | ₹95,000 | ₹1,22,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,51,000 | ₹1,04,700 | ₹1,24,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,29,000 | ₹1,06,000 | ₹1,29,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,65,400 | ₹1,01,600 | ₹1,23,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,59,000 | ₹94,000 | ₹1,25,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,35,600 | ₹1,05,000 | ₹1,19,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,00,000 | ₹1,35,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,45,000 | ₹1,01,000 | ₹1,20,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,55,000 | ₹1,05,000 | ₹1,30,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,61,000 | ₹1,05,000 | ₹1,05,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,38,000 | ₹98,000 | ₹1,25,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,28,100 | ₹1,06,000 | ₹1,25,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,65,001 | ₹1,06,400 | ₹1,11,000 |
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
For Poppy Seeds, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Poppy Seeds found its strongest bid at Jaora APMC on 21 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.