Checking the day's mandi numbers for 22 Aug 2026, Cauliflower was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Zira 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
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityCauliflower (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cauliflower is about 3.2% above the period average — just 10.7% 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 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aralamoodu Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Madhubani APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Boudh APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Tinsukia Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 8 Keonjhar(Dhekikote) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Ganaur APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Anchal Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 11 Kesinga APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cauliflower.
A spread of ₹3,500 (53.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cauliflower prices at Zira APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹4,843. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 01 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Zira APMC logged this Cauliflower rate on 22 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.