In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Wood was quoted at ₹518 per quintal in Shahpur APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Wood Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹520
- Lowest Price Today₹510
- Average (Modal) Price₹518
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityWood (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Wood about 6.9% below the period average, and just 48.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Wood rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rapur APMC Leader | ₹5,600 |
| 2 Noida APMC | ₹4,748 |
| 3 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹3,937 |
| 4 Ballia APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 5 Chandausi APMC | ₹3,686 |
| 6 Amroha APMC | ₹2,598 |
| 7 Hapur APMC | ₹2,336 |
| 8 Muradabad APMC | ₹1,813 |
| 9 Gulavati APMC | ₹1,800 |
| 10 Lucknow APMC | ₹1,229 |
| 11 Sidhauli APMC | ₹1,208 |
| 12 Nautnava APMC | ₹1,154 |
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 ₹4,446 (385.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Wood prices at Shahpur APMC ranged between ₹475 and ₹1,000, with the average around ₹556. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹520 | ₹510 | ₹518 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹495 | ₹495 | ₹495 |
| 12 Aug | ₹505 | ₹505 | ₹505 |
| 07 Aug | ₹520 | ₹520 | ₹520 |
| 31 Jul | ₹515 | ₹515 | ₹515 |
| 29 Jul | ₹520 | ₹510 | ₹515 |
| 28 Jul | ₹510 | ₹510 | ₹510 |
| 27 Jul | ₹815 | ₹520 | ₹767 |
| 26 Jul | ₹510 | ₹510 | ₹510 |
| 25 Jul | ₹855 | ₹500 | ₹738 |
| 22 Jul | ₹495 | ₹495 | ₹495 |
| 20 Jul | ₹485 | ₹485 | ₹485 |
| 19 Jul | ₹475 | ₹475 | ₹475 |
| 18 Jul | ₹520 | ₹520 | ₹520 |
| 15 Jul | ₹510 | ₹510 | ₹510 |
| 12 Jul | ₹510 | ₹510 | ₹510 |
| 11 Jul | ₹510 | ₹510 | ₹510 |
| 01 Jul | ₹510 | ₹510 | ₹510 |
| 29 Jun | ₹555 | ₹555 | ₹555 |
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
When picking where to sell Wood, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
The takeaway: Shahpur APMC reported Wood at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.