Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Gudimalkapur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Carnation, clocking the day's best rate at ₹18,000 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Carnation today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carnation Rate
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,000
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarnation (Cornation)
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.
Today's rate is about 3.4% below the period average and just 30.8% 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
This table ranks Carnation rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gudimalkapur APMC Leader | ₹18,000 |
| 2 Flower Market,Gazipur APMC | ₹150 |
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.
The ₹17,850 (11,900.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Carnation prices at Gudimalkapur APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹26,000, with the average around ₹18,643. 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 | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 25 Jun | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 24 Jun | ₹26,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,000 |
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 Carnation, 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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Gudimalkapur APMC set the pace for Carnation. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.