Across the reporting yards on 17 Aug 2026, Lucknow APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Saag, clocking the day's best rate at ₹37,159 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Sweet Saag today.
01What Put Lucknow APMC on Top Today
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹37,159
- Lowest Price Today₹37,159
- Average (Modal) Price₹37,159
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Saag (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Sweet Saag rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Sweet Saag about 122.1% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Sweet Saag rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹37,159 |
| 2 Banthara APMC | ₹31,810 |
| 3 Meerut APMC | ₹23,713 |
| 4 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹16,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Sweet Saag.
At ₹20,259 (119.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Sweet Saag matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Saag prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹37,159, with the average around ₹16,732. 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 Oct | ₹24,100 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,352 |
| 18 Oct | ₹19,825 | ₹19,825 | ₹19,825 |
| 17 Oct | ₹16,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹15,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹24,100 | ₹23,700 | ₹23,725 |
| 21 Sep | ₹14,111 | ₹14,048 | ₹14,079 |
| 19 Sep | ₹21,500 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,551 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,750 | ₹20,750 | ₹20,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹20,762 | ₹20,762 | ₹20,762 |
| 12 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹14,450 | ₹14,450 | ₹14,450 |
| 04 Sep | ₹15,300 | ₹15,205 | ₹15,212 |
| 03 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,300 | ₹15,788 |
| 02 Sep | ₹23,381 | ₹12,300 | ₹19,546 |
| 31 Aug | ₹14,500 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹36,414 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,743 |
| 26 Aug | ₹20,762 | ₹14,400 | ₹15,671 |
| 25 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
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 Sweet Saag 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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Lucknow APMC was the market to beat for Sweet Saag on 17 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.