Here's the 18 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Munnar Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cauliflower, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,000 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cauliflower Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityCauliflower (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cauliflower is about 7.7% below the period average — just 25.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cauliflower rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Munnar Market APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Rayya APMC | ₹3,145 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cauliflower.
At ₹2,855 (90.8%), 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Cauliflower prices at Munnar Market APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,500. 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 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 01 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
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 is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cauliflower found its strongest bid at Munnar Market APMC on 18 Oct 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.