In today's crop-price rundown for 21 Oct 2026, Cauliflower was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in APMC Ratnagiri (Nachane) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cauliflower Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityCauliflower (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cauliflower about 34.8% above the period average, and just 10.0% 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 21 Oct 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 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
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 ₹1,550 (27.2%), 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cauliflower prices at APMC Ratnagiri (Nachane) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,338. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Cauliflower, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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 21 Oct 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.