Reading today's price tape for 12 Aug 2026, Madhubani APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cauliflower, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,600 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cauliflower Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,800
- Lowest Price Today₹9,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityCauliflower (Cauliflower)
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 17.7% above the period average, sitting just 4.0% 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
Here's how Cauliflower rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Madhubani APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Gunpur APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Piravam Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Anchal Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Bhagwanpur Mandi APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 8 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 9 Broadway market Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Karanjia APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 11 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
At ₹3,600 (60.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cauliflower matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cauliflower prices at Madhubani APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹8,156. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,900 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,900 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,800 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,900 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,900 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,900 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,900 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,900 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,900 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,800 |
| 16 Jul | ₹9,900 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,800 |
| 13 Jul | ₹9,900 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,800 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Cauliflower yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Madhubani APMC led Cauliflower on 12 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.