Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Cauliflower was quoted at ₹3,191 per quintal in Rayya APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Cauliflower yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cauliflower Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,191
- Lowest Price Today₹3,191
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,191
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCauliflower (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cauliflower rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cauliflower is about 79.1% above the period average, sitting just 7.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cauliflower rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ganaur APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Damnagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 7 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 SMY Baijnath APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹1,500 (30.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cauliflower prices at Rayya APMC ranged between ₹1,127 and ₹3,450, with the average around ₹1,782. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹3,191 | ₹3,191 | ₹3,191 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,192 | ₹3,192 | ₹3,192 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,152 | ₹1,152 | ₹1,152 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,152 | ₹1,152 | ₹1,152 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,245 | ₹1,245 | ₹1,245 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,168 | ₹3,168 | ₹3,168 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,215 | ₹3,215 | ₹3,215 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,215 | ₹3,215 | ₹3,215 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,128 | ₹1,128 | ₹1,128 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,220 | ₹3,220 | ₹3,220 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,127 | ₹1,127 | ₹1,127 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,215 | ₹3,215 | ₹3,215 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,130 | ₹1,130 | ₹1,130 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,084 | ₹3,084 | ₹3,084 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,065 | ₹3,065 | ₹3,065 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,420 | ₹3,420 | ₹3,420 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,450 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,450 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
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 Cauliflower 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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cauliflower rate at Rayya APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.