Checking the day's mandi numbers for 20 Aug 2026, Pune APMC stood at the front of the pack for Ragi(Finger Millet), clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,500 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Ragi(Finger Millet) Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,700
- Lowest Price Today₹5,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date20 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.
At this level, Ragi(Finger Millet) is about 0.1% below the period average, sitting just 5.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Ragi(Finger Millet) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pune APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Bhimunipatnam APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Madakasira APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 4 Vaniyambadi APMC | ₹3,550 |
| 5 Avalurpet APMC | ₹3,469 |
| 6 Thirukovilur APMC | ₹3,434 |
| 7 Vikkiravandi APMC | ₹3,352 |
| 8 Hiriyur APMC | ₹3,238 |
| 9 Periyapatna APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Kottur APMC | ₹3,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Ragi(Finger Millet).
A spread of ₹2,400 (77.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Ragi(Finger Millet) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Pune APMC led Ragi(Finger Millet) on 20 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.