With the 19 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Pune APMC stood at the front of the pack for Ragi(Finger Millet), clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,650 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Ragi(Finger Millet) today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Ragi(Finger Millet) Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,650
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityRagi(Finger Millet) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Ragi(Finger Millet) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 2.6% above the period average and just 2.6% 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 Ragi(Finger Millet) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pune APMC Leader | ₹5,650 |
| 2 Bhimunipatnam APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Madakasira APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 4 Villupuram APMC | ₹3,513 |
| 5 Avalurpet APMC | ₹3,379 |
| 6 Gundlupet APMC | ₹3,300 |
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.
At ₹2,350 (71.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Ragi(Finger Millet) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Ragi(Finger Millet) prices at Pune APMC ranged between ₹5,100 and ₹5,800, with the average around ₹5,506. 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 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,550 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,550 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,550 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,550 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,550 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
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
Farmers comparing Ragi(Finger Millet) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Pune APMC set the pace for Ragi(Finger Millet). 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.