As the 21 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Ghaziabad APMC stood at the front of the pack for Wood, clocking the day's best rate at ₹16,700 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What's Behind Today's Wood Price
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,700
- Lowest Price Today₹16,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityWood (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Wood rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 427.8% above the period average and right at 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 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ghaziabad APMC Leader | ₹16,700 |
| 2 Rapur APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 3 Chandausi APMC | ₹3,598 |
| 4 Lucknow APMC | ₹2,319 |
| 5 Muradabad APMC | ₹2,295 |
| 6 Mehmoodabad APMC | ₹1,981 |
| 7 Rudauli APMC | ₹1,042 |
| 8 Gulavati APMC | ₹1,000 |
| 9 Charra APMC | ₹900 |
| 10 Safdarganj APMC | ₹890 |
| 11 Aliganj APMC | ₹829 |
| 12 Tanda(Rampur) APMC | ₹810 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wood.
A spread of ₹15,890 (1,961.7%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Wood prices at Ghaziabad APMC ranged between ₹608 and ₹16,700, with the average around ₹3,164. 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 | ₹16,700 | ₹16,700 | ₹16,700 |
| 19 Oct | ₹850 | ₹830 | ₹843 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,375 | ₹1,375 | ₹1,375 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,578 | ₹3,578 | ₹3,578 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,559 | ₹3,168 | ₹3,313 |
| 13 Oct | ₹815 | ₹608 | ₹663 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,723 | ₹2,574 | ₹3,145 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,645 | ₹9,645 | ₹9,645 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,156 | ₹6,178 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,475 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,113 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,928 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,094 | ₹2,094 | ₹2,094 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,443 | ₹1,825 | ₹2,292 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,616 | ₹1,375 | ₹1,885 |
| 16 Sep | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹839 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,184 | ₹2,184 | ₹2,184 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,344 | ₹3,344 | ₹3,344 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,714 | ₹5,714 | ₹5,714 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,074 | ₹2,036 | ₹2,055 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,359 | ₹3,357 | ₹3,358 |
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
Farmers comparing Wood rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Oct 2026, Ghaziabad APMC set the pace for Wood. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.