In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Sep 2026, Lucknow APMC stood at the front of the pack for Wood, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,231 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wood Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,231
- Lowest Price Today₹4,231
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,231
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 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.
Right now Wood is about 258.5% above the period average — just 55.4% 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
The table below lines up Wood rates across the markets that reported on 21 Sep 2026, so you can see where Lucknow APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹4,231 |
| 2 Amroha APMC | ₹3,536 |
| 3 Sandila APMC | ₹900 |
| 4 Barabanki APMC | ₹770 |
| 5 Shahjahanpur APMC | ₹704 |
| 6 Nautnava APMC | ₹700 |
| 7 Hargaon (Laharpur) APMC | ₹680 |
| 8 Baripaal APMC | ₹640 |
| 9 Deoband APMC | ₹630 |
| 10 Rura APMC | ₹610 |
| 11 Bareilly APMC | ₹600 |
| 12 Pratapgarh APMC | ₹600 |
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 ₹3,631 (605.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Wood prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹9,487, with the average around ₹1,180. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Sep | ₹4,231 | ₹4,231 | ₹4,231 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹150 | ₹560 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,243 | ₹500 | ₹1,518 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,323 | ₹400 | ₹687 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,192 | ₹400 | ₹1,294 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,624 | ₹300 | ₹631 |
| 15 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,069 | ₹150 | ₹1,848 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,266 | ₹300 | ₹804 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,299 | ₹150 | ₹591 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,693 | ₹659 | ₹3,489 |
| 10 Sep | ₹910 | ₹300 | ₹516 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,258 | ₹250 | ₹1,152 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,698 | ₹150 | ₹770 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,030 | ₹300 | ₹791 |
| 06 Sep | ₹750 | ₹400 | ₹564 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,953 | ₹400 | ₹770 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,065 | ₹150 | ₹2,378 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,980 | ₹400 | ₹1,167 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,054 | ₹500 | ₹1,920 |
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
Before carting Wood to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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 found its strongest bid at Lucknow APMC on 21 Sep 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.