With the 05 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Varanasi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Saag, clocking the day's best rate at ₹16,500 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Sweet Saag today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Saag Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,500
- Lowest Price Today₹16,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,500
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Saag (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Sweet Saag rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Sweet Saag about 4.7% below the period average, and just 43.7% 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
The table below lines up Sweet Saag rates across the markets that reported on 05 Aug 2026, so you can see where Varanasi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Varanasi APMC Leader | ₹16,500 |
| 2 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹14,575 |
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 ₹1,925 (13.2%) 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, Sweet Saag prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹16,500 and ₹29,300, with the average around ₹17,307. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹29,300 | ₹16,500 | ₹21,227 |
| 30 Jul | ₹18,290 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,931 |
| 29 Jul | ₹18,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹17,130 |
| 28 Jul | ₹26,400 | ₹16,500 | ₹17,554 |
| 25 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹16,500 | ₹17,318 |
| 22 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹18,400 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,900 |
| 15 Jul | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 30 Jun | ₹18,200 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,682 |
| 29 Jun | ₹22,400 | ₹16,500 | ₹17,382 |
| 28 Jun | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 |
| 27 Jun | ₹17,100 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,552 |
| 26 Jun | ₹18,470 | ₹17,452 | ₹17,896 |
| 25 Jun | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 21 Jun | ₹17,500 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,277 |
| 19 Jun | ₹17,100 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,800 |
| 17 Jun | ₹18,289 | ₹16,620 | ₹17,484 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Sweet Saag yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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: Varanasi APMC was the market to beat for Sweet Saag on 05 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.