In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Oct 2026, Wood was quoted at ₹163 per quintal in Rudauli APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wood Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹300
- Lowest Price Today₹100
- Average (Modal) Price₹163
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityWood (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 69.2% below the period average and just 95.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Siyana APMC Leader | ₹1,062 |
| 2 Paliakala APMC | ₹1,000 |
| 3 Charra APMC | ₹900 |
| 4 Rampur APMC | ₹800 |
| 5 Jafarganj APMC | ₹713 |
| 6 Shahjahanpur APMC | ₹700 |
| 7 Nautnava APMC | ₹700 |
| 8 Bangarmau APMC | ₹680 |
| 9 Sitapur APMC | ₹660 |
| 10 Lalganj APMC | ₹650 |
| 11 Tilhar APMC | ₹610 |
| 12 Ayodhya APMC | ₹605 |
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.
The ₹457 (75.5%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Wood prices at Rudauli APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹3,640, with the average around ₹528. 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 | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹163 |
| 17 Oct | ₹510 | ₹300 | ₹439 |
| 16 Oct | ₹580 | ₹300 | ₹451 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,045 | ₹400 | ₹565 |
| 14 Oct | ₹800 | ₹300 | ₹542 |
| 13 Oct | ₹605 | ₹605 | ₹605 |
| 12 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,542 | ₹400 | ₹1,026 |
| 23 Sep | ₹640 | ₹300 | ₹516 |
| 22 Sep | ₹580 | ₹400 | ₹515 |
| 21 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹550 | ₹400 | ₹513 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,010 | ₹300 | ₹493 |
| 18 Sep | ₹630 | ₹450 | ₹549 |
| 17 Sep | ₹570 | ₹400 | ₹507 |
| 16 Sep | ₹630 | ₹300 | ₹467 |
| 15 Sep | ₹600 | ₹400 | ₹482 |
| 14 Sep | ₹605 | ₹605 | ₹605 |
| 13 Sep | ₹605 | ₹605 | ₹605 |
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 Wood yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Rudauli APMC posted this Wood rate on 18 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.