Pulling together the 18 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Soyabean was quoted at ₹6,600 per quintal in Sonkatch APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Soyabean Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Soyabean arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,623
- Lowest Price Today₹3,705
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommoditySoyabean (Soyabeen)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Soyabean is about 0.1% below the period average — just 11.3% 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 Soyabean rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 8 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 11 Mhow APMC | ₹6,701 |
| 12 Sengoan APMC | ₹6,700 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,800 (56.7%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Soyabean prices at Sonkatch APMC ranged between ₹66 and ₹7,438, with the average around ₹6,606. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,660 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,650 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,623 | ₹3,705 | ₹6,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,615 | ₹4,950 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,624 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,672 | ₹3,501 | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,795 | ₹5,386 | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,851 | ₹5,790 | ₹6,851 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,996 | ₹5,980 | ₹6,825 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,060 | ₹5,301 | ₹6,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,067 | ₹2,500 | ₹7,020 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,116 | ₹4,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,051 | ₹4,500 | ₹7,001 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,053 | ₹4,701 | ₹6,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,130 | ₹4,150 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,230 | ₹4,500 | ₹7,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,223 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,550 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,222 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,317 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,291 |
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 Soyabean, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Soyabean changed hands at this rate in Sonkatch APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.