Reading today's price tape for 22 Oct 2026, Cauliflower was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Gandai APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cauliflower Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityCauliflower (Cauliflower)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cauliflower is about 3.0% above the period average — just 46.4% 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
Here's how Cauliflower rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Champaknagar APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Khunthabandha APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Adilabad (Rythu Bazar) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 5 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 8 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 9 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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 ₹1,600 (22.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cauliflower prices at Gandai APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹2,913. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,300 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
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
Farmers comparing Cauliflower rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cauliflower changed hands at this rate in Gandai APMC on 22 Oct 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.