From today's trading desk on 18 Oct 2026, Wood was quoted at ₹525 per quintal in Banda APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Banda APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹610
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹525
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityWood (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Wood rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Wood is about 1.0% above the period average, sitting just 34.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Wood rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kopaganj APMC Leader | ₹3,161 |
| 2 Chandoli APMC | ₹3,066 |
| 3 Bhinga APMC | ₹1,790 |
| 4 Kasganj APMC | ₹1,306 |
| 5 Saharanpur APMC | ₹1,263 |
| 6 Paliakala APMC | ₹1,000 |
| 7 Jhansi APMC | ₹1,000 |
| 8 Gulavati APMC | ₹840 |
| 9 Kayamganj APMC | ₹800 |
| 10 Robertsganj APMC | ₹796 |
| 11 Milak APMC | ₹774 |
| 12 Lakhimpur APMC | ₹766 |
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.
At ₹2,395 (312.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Wood matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Wood prices at Banda APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹800, with the average around ₹520. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹610 | ₹500 | ₹525 |
| 16 Oct | ₹640 | ₹500 | ₹535 |
| 15 Oct | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹505 | ₹500 | ₹504 |
| 12 Oct | ₹595 | ₹500 | ₹538 |
| 24 Sep | ₹610 | ₹590 | ₹599 |
| 23 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹577 |
| 19 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹525 | ₹525 | ₹525 |
| 15 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹600 | ₹520 | ₹557 |
| 12 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹580 | ₹500 | ₹536 |
| 10 Sep | ₹525 | ₹525 | ₹525 |
| 09 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹529 |
| 05 Sep | ₹640 | ₹600 | ₹615 |
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
The day's best Wood rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Wood rate at Banda APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.