In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Aug 2026, Wood was quoted at ₹738 per quintal in Sandila APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Wood Price
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₹965
- Lowest Price Today₹700
- Average (Modal) Price₹738
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityWood (Eucalyptus)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Wood is about 15.2% above the period average — just 91.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Wood rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rapur APMC Leader | ₹5,600 |
| 2 Muradabad APMC | ₹3,622 |
| 3 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹3,445 |
| 4 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹1,521 |
| 5 Hapur APMC | ₹1,214 |
| 6 Sitapur APMC | ₹1,135 |
| 7 Siyana APMC | ₹1,031 |
| 8 Anoop Shahar APMC | ₹1,000 |
| 9 Shahjahanpur APMC | ₹834 |
| 10 Milak APMC | ₹833 |
| 11 Tanda(Rampur) APMC | ₹783 |
| 12 Naanpara APMC | ₹760 |
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.
That ₹4,840 (636.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wood fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Wood prices at Sandila APMC ranged between ₹450 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹641. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹965 | ₹700 | ₹738 |
| 19 Aug | ₹965 | ₹500 | ₹644 |
| 18 Aug | ₹810 | ₹500 | ₹587 |
| 17 Aug | ₹900 | ₹450 | ₹621 |
| 16 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹960 | ₹960 | ₹960 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹450 | ₹650 |
| 13 Aug | ₹965 | ₹500 | ₹601 |
| 12 Aug | ₹935 | ₹500 | ₹648 |
| 11 Aug | ₹530 | ₹450 | ₹489 |
| 10 Aug | ₹810 | ₹500 | ₹579 |
| 09 Aug | ₹810 | ₹500 | ₹619 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹450 | ₹539 |
| 07 Aug | ₹970 | ₹500 | ₹567 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹450 | ₹476 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,040 | ₹450 | ₹498 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹450 | ₹779 |
| 03 Aug | ₹680 | ₹680 | ₹680 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,250 | ₹450 | ₹547 |
| 01 Aug | ₹540 | ₹450 | ₹456 |
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 headline Wood rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Wood changed hands at this rate in Sandila APMC on 20 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.