In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Sep 2026, Cauliflower was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in APMC Ratnagiri (Nachane) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Cauliflower Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityCauliflower (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cauliflower about 7.0% below the period average, and just 33.3% 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
The table below lines up Cauliflower rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where APMC Ratnagiri (Nachane) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Madhubani APMC Leader | ₹9,100 |
| 2 Boudh APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,650 |
| 5 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 6 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Bahadajholla APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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 ₹4,100 (82.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cauliflower matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Cauliflower prices at APMC Ratnagiri (Nachane) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,227. 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 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: APMC Ratnagiri (Nachane) APMC reported Cauliflower at this level on 18 Sep 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.