From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Cauliflower was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Harippad Market APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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 10.4% below the period average, sitting just 20.0% 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
This table ranks Cauliflower rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ganaur APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Damnagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 7 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 SMY Baijnath APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
That ₹1,500 (30.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cauliflower fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cauliflower prices at Harippad Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,463. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 01 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 27 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 17 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cauliflower stood at Harippad Market APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.