In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Wood was quoted at ₹613 per quintal in Lalganj APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
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₹640
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹613
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityWood (Eucalyptus)
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 10.5% above the period average — just 59.1% 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 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Lalganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rapur APMC Leader | ₹5,600 |
| 2 Gulavati APMC | ₹1,800 |
| 3 Jaunpur APMC | ₹1,790 |
| 4 Anoop Shahar APMC | ₹1,189 |
| 5 Ayodhya APMC | ₹670 |
| 6 Hargaon (Laharpur) APMC | ₹650 |
| 7 Lalganj APMC | ₹613 |
| 8 Barabanki APMC | ₹575 |
| 9 Muzzafarnagar APMC | ₹560 |
| 10 Jaggayyapeta APMC | ₹550 |
| 11 Unnao APMC | ₹550 |
| 12 Muradabad APMC | ₹522 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wood.
The ₹5,078 (973.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Wood prices at Lalganj APMC ranged between ₹450 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹555. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹640 | ₹600 | ₹613 |
| 16 Aug | ₹610 | ₹450 | ₹478 |
| 15 Aug | ₹600 | ₹570 | ₹593 |
| 14 Aug | ₹640 | ₹550 | ₹581 |
| 13 Aug | ₹670 | ₹570 | ₹611 |
| 12 Aug | ₹640 | ₹450 | ₹484 |
| 11 Aug | ₹670 | ₹550 | ₹593 |
| 10 Aug | ₹610 | ₹450 | ₹485 |
| 09 Aug | ₹670 | ₹550 | ₹622 |
| 08 Aug | ₹610 | ₹450 | ₹521 |
| 07 Aug | ₹670 | ₹550 | ₹612 |
| 06 Aug | ₹640 | ₹450 | ₹487 |
| 05 Aug | ₹600 | ₹450 | ₹511 |
| 04 Aug | ₹610 | ₹450 | ₹476 |
| 03 Aug | ₹600 | ₹570 | ₹582 |
| 02 Aug | ₹670 | ₹550 | ₹624 |
| 01 Aug | ₹640 | ₹570 | ₹596 |
| 31 Jul | ₹640 | ₹550 | ₹613 |
| 30 Jul | ₹620 | ₹590 | ₹609 |
| 29 Jul | ₹550 | ₹450 | ₹499 |
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
For Wood, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
In short, Wood changed hands at this rate in Lalganj APMC on 17 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.