In the mandi rate roundup for 21 Oct 2026, Gunpur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cabbage, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,680 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What's Behind Today's Cabbage Price
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,240
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,680
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityCabbage (Cabbage)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cabbage rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cabbage about 36.9% above the period average, and just 11.7% 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
This table ranks Cabbage rates across active mandis for 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gunpur APMC Leader | ₹7,680 |
| 2 Pampady Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Harippad Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 5 Talcher APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 6 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 9 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Tiruthani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
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 ₹3,680 (92.0%) 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, Cabbage prices at Gunpur APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹8,700, with the average around ₹5,608. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹8,240 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,680 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,240 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,680 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,240 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,680 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,240 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,680 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,240 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,680 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,700 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,680 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,240 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,680 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,950 | ₹3,420 | ₹3,720 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹6,840 | ₹7,440 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹6,840 | ₹7,440 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹6,840 | ₹7,440 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹6,840 | ₹7,440 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹6,840 | ₹7,440 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹6,840 | ₹7,440 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹6,840 | ₹7,440 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹6,840 | ₹7,440 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹6,840 | ₹7,440 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹6,840 | ₹7,440 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹6,840 | ₹7,440 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹6,840 | ₹7,440 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Cabbage today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
The takeaway: Gunpur APMC was the market to beat for Cabbage on 21 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.