Bajra (Pearl Millet) Mandi Prices: National Live Rates
Cultivated widely in drought-prone areas like Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Haryana, Bajra (Pearl Millet) is a nutritional powerhouse. In recent years, recognizing its immense health benefits, both local consumption and commercial procurement of Bajra have seen a massive uptick globally.
Scale of Production & Export Dynamics
🌾 Production Highlights
India is the largest producer of pearl millet in the world, generating over 9 to 10 million tonnes annually. Rajasthan alone accounts for almost half of the country’s total production, making its mandis extremely crucial for national rate-setting.
🌍 Export Value
With the UN declaring the International Year of Millets, Indian Bajra exports have surged by over 20% in recent years, primarily reaching markets across the Middle East, Nepal, and parts of Africa.
Major Commercial Varieties
- Desi (Traditional): Highly demanded in local rural markets for its authentic taste.
- Hybrid (Shankar): Known for higher yields per acre, widely traded in large wholesale yards like Jaipur and Alwar.
- Green/Fodder Bajra: Primarily traded during specific seasons to feed livestock, fetching uniquely different rates.
Real-Time Bajra Mandi Rates
Frequently Asked Commodity Questions
Q.What is the average price of Bajra today?
Based on today's active live records, the average Modal Price for bajra currently stands around ₹2,987 per quintal.
Q.Where is the highest rate of Bajra today?
According to the latest rapid updates, the highest recorded Modal price shot up to ₹3,940 recently. This was registered at the Dhanera mandi in Gujarat.