With the 17 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Cauliflower was quoted at ₹6,150 per quintal in SMY Nadaun APMC. This is one of several Cauliflower rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Cauliflower Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,300
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,150
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCauliflower (Cauliflower)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 7.9% below the period average and just 23.1% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cauliflower rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where SMY Nadaun APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Champua APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Bahadurgarh APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Ganaur APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Gunpur APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 7 SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 8 Kesinga APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Birmaharajpur APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Piravam Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Bhagwanpur Mandi APMC | ₹6,300 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,700 (27.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cauliflower prices at SMY Nadaun APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,678. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,150 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,050 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
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, 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
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Cauliflower traded at this rate in SMY Nadaun APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.