Looking at how the yards traded on 24 Aug 2026, Banthara APMC stood at the front of the pack for Soanf, clocking the day's best rate at ₹40,940 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What Put Banthara APMC on Top Today
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹63,215
- Lowest Price Today₹35,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹40,940
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommoditySoanf (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Soanf rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Soanf is about 2.2% above the period average, sitting just 39.9% 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 Soanf rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹40,940 |
| 2 Bareilly APMC | ₹29,901 |
| 3 Unjha APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Merta City APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Deesa APMC | ₹8,755 |
| 6 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 7 Dhragradhra APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Vankaner APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Osiyan Mathania APMC | ₹6,200 |
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.
A spread of ₹34,740 (560.3%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Soanf prices at Banthara APMC ranged between ₹15,300 and ₹68,095, with the average around ₹40,042. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹63,215 | ₹35,000 | ₹40,940 |
| 22 Aug | ₹30,145 | ₹30,145 | ₹30,145 |
| 17 Aug | ₹68,095 | ₹31,402 | ₹42,121 |
| 15 Aug | ₹51,000 | ₹51,000 | ₹51,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹29,658 | ₹29,658 | ₹29,658 |
| 06 Aug | ₹15,300 | ₹15,300 | ₹15,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹56,220 | ₹26,820 | ₹35,449 |
| 30 Jul | ₹49,800 | ₹49,800 | ₹49,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹51,000 | ₹51,000 | ₹51,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹51,000 | ₹51,000 | ₹51,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹63,000 | ₹30,004 | ₹53,153 |
| 18 Jul | ₹29,480 | ₹29,480 | ₹29,480 |
| 07 Jul | ₹15,300 | ₹15,300 | ₹15,300 |
| 06 Jul | ₹28,748 | ₹28,748 | ₹28,748 |
| 02 Jul | ₹61,903 | ₹54,370 | ₹56,248 |
| 29 Jun | ₹51,000 | ₹23,020 | ₹36,332 |
| 26 Jun | ₹61,900 | ₹35,000 | ₹47,391 |
| 20 Jun | ₹63,000 | ₹43,397 | ₹57,689 |
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
Selling Soanf well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Banthara APMC led Soanf on 24 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.