In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Oct 2026, Sweet Saag was quoted at ₹18,000 per quintal in Saharanpur APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Sweet Saag Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,000
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommoditySweet Saag (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Sweet Saag about 0.4% above the period average, and just 19.4% 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 Sweet Saag rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹31,311 |
| 2 Saharanpur APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 3 Prayagraj APMC | ₹17,800 |
| 4 Varanasi APMC | ₹17,601 |
| 5 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹17,054 |
| 6 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹16,912 |
| 7 Lucknow APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 8 Basti APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 9 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹14,938 |
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.
The ₹16,373 (109.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Sweet Saag prices at Saharanpur APMC ranged between ₹14,200 and ₹22,330, with the average around ₹17,936. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹21,500 | ₹21,300 | ₹21,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹15,330 | ₹15,330 | ₹15,330 |
| 30 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,338 |
| 29 Aug | ₹15,550 | ₹14,200 | ₹15,090 |
| 26 Aug | ₹15,632 | ₹15,632 | ₹15,632 |
| 11 Jul | ₹22,100 | ₹22,100 | ₹22,100 |
| 29 Jun | ₹16,200 | ₹16,200 | ₹16,200 |
| 26 Jun | ₹22,330 | ₹22,330 | ₹22,330 |
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
Before carting Sweet Saag to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach 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
The takeaway: Saharanpur APMC reported Sweet Saag at this level on 16 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.