In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Oct 2026, Sugar was quoted at ₹5,848 per quintal in Banthara APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Sugar Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,848
- Lowest Price Today₹5,848
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,848
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommoditySugar (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Sugar rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Sugar about 18.7% above the period average, and just 8.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Sugar rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹6,200 |
| 2 Banthara APMC | ₹5,848 |
| 3 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹5,250 |
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 ₹950 (18.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Sugar prices at Banthara APMC ranged between ₹4,220 and ₹6,401, with the average around ₹4,927. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹5,848 | ₹5,848 | ₹5,848 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,401 | ₹5,130 | ₹6,144 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,425 | ₹5,425 | ₹5,425 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,618 | ₹4,510 | ₹4,542 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,445 | ₹4,445 | ₹4,445 |
| 07 Jul | ₹4,423 | ₹4,423 | ₹4,423 |
| 02 Jul | ₹6,167 | ₹4,220 | ₹4,291 |
| 26 Jun | ₹5,929 | ₹4,405 | ₹4,748 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Sugar, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Sugar was priced at this level in Banthara APMC on 16 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.