With the 15 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Cauliflower was quoted at ₹6,700 per quintal in Palakkad Market APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Palakkad Market APMC on Top Today
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₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityCauliflower (Cauliflower)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 34.2% above the period average and just 4.3% 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
Here's how Cauliflower rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khariar Road APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Khariar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Champua APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Champua(Jhumpura) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Boudh APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Khunthabandha APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Adilabad (Rythu Bazar) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Boxonagar APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 9 Gunpur APMC | ₹7,680 |
| 10 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Tusura APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Bolangir APMC | ₹7,400 |
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 ₹1,600 (21.6%), 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Cauliflower prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,992. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,700 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,700 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
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 headline Cauliflower rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Palakkad Market APMC posted this Cauliflower rate on 15 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.