In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Cauliflower was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Samalkha APMC. This is one of several Cauliflower rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Samalkha APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCauliflower (Cauliflower)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cauliflower about 13.2% 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 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khariar Road APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Madhubani APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Bassi Pathana APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Boudh APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Balarampuram Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Gunpur APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Anchal Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹3,500 (53.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cauliflower matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cauliflower prices at Samalkha APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹2,881. 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 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
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
Selling Cauliflower well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Samalkha APMC reported Cauliflower at this level on 18 Aug 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.