From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Soanf was quoted at ₹11,703 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Soanf Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹23,280
- Lowest Price Today₹11,654
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,703
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommoditySoanf (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Soanf rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Soanf is about 2.2% below the period average — just 68.4% 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 Soanf rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹20,500 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹11,703 |
| 3 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹10,022 |
| 4 Dhanera APMC | ₹9,955 |
| 5 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Vankaner APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹7,125 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Soanf.
The ₹13,375 (187.7%) 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, Soanf prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹37,000, with the average around ₹11,969. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹23,280 | ₹11,654 | ₹11,703 |
| 14 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹11,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,966 |
| 31 Jul | ₹29,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,885 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹12,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,129 |
| 26 Jul | ₹16,190 | ₹16,190 | ₹16,190 |
| 22 Jul | ₹11,050 | ₹11,050 | ₹11,050 |
| 21 Jul | ₹10,900 | ₹10,900 | ₹10,900 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹25,714 | ₹5,800 | ₹7,401 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,050 | ₹7,050 | ₹7,050 |
| 08 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 05 Jul | ₹35,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 01 Jul | ₹19,333 | ₹6,600 | ₹9,514 |
| 30 Jun | ₹16,190 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,350 |
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
When picking where to sell Soanf, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Lucknow APMC logged this Soanf rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.