As fresh arrivals settled on 21 Aug 2026, Vankaner APMC stood at the front of the pack for Soanf, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,850 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Soanf.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Soanf Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,725
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,850
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommoditySoanf (Soanf)
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.
Today's rate is about 8.3% above the period average and just 20.3% 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 Soanf rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vankaner APMC Leader | ₹8,850 |
| 2 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹8,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Soanf.
A spread of ₹100 (1.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Soanf prices at Vankaner APMC ranged between ₹5,700 and ₹11,110, with the average around ₹8,171. 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 | ₹9,000 | ₹8,725 | ₹8,850 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,730 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,450 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,210 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,905 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,590 | ₹7,675 | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,125 | ₹6,375 | ₹8,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,750 | ₹6,575 | ₹7,675 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,875 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,355 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹11,110 | ₹7,750 | ₹8,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹8,300 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,900 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,250 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,250 | ₹6,750 | ₹8,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,250 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,450 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,625 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹10,250 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,750 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,560 | ₹8,205 | ₹8,250 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,400 | ₹8,350 | ₹8,375 |
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 Soanf 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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Vankaner APMC set the pace for Soanf. 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.