In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Oct 2026, APMC Pune APMC stood at the front of the pack for Ragi(Finger Millet), clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,700 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What Put APMC Pune APMC on Top Today
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,700
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityRagi(Finger Millet) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Ragi(Finger Millet) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Ragi(Finger Millet) is about 3.0% above the period average — just 5.0% 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 Ragi(Finger Millet) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Pune APMC Leader | ₹5,700 |
| 2 Bhimunipatnam APMC | ₹5,000 |
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 ₹700 (14.0%), 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Ragi(Finger Millet) prices at APMC Pune APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,532. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,700 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,650 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,700 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,550 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,650 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,900 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,450 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,350 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,900 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,550 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,900 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,550 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,900 | ₹5,200 | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Ragi(Finger Millet) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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, Ragi(Finger Millet) found its strongest bid at APMC Pune APMC on 20 Oct 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.