As the 18 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Cauliflower was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Ballabhgarh APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Cauliflower yards.
01What's Behind Today's Cauliflower Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Cauliflower arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityCauliflower (Cauliflower)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cauliflower about 19.7% below the period average, and just 50.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cauliflower rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,200 |
| 2 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 7 Munnar Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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 ₹1,450 (25.2%) 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 Ballabhgarh APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,490. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
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
The day's best Cauliflower rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
The takeaway: Ballabhgarh APMC reported Cauliflower at this level on 18 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.