Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Bhindi(Ladies Finger) was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Pandalam Market APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Bhindi(Ladies Finger) yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Bhindi(Ladies Finger) Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBhindi(Ladies Finger) (Bhindi)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 2.2% below the period average and just 16.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Bhindi(Ladies Finger) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Pandalam Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Teliamura APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 5 Boudh APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Kollam Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 7 Balarampuram Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Paruthipattu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Khariar Road APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Hindol APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 11 Karanjia APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹4,200 (72.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Bhindi(Ladies Finger) prices at Pandalam Market APMC ranged between ₹4,700 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,114. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 30 Jun | ₹5,800 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
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 Bhindi(Ladies Finger) 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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Bhindi(Ladies Finger) traded at this rate in Pandalam Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.