Here's the 17 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Champua APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cauliflower, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,000 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Cauliflower today, setting the tone for the session.
01What's Behind Today's Cauliflower Price
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCauliflower (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Cauliflower rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cauliflower is about 6.7% above the period average, sitting just 11.1% 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
Here's how Cauliflower rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Champua APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Bahadurgarh APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Ganaur APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Gunpur APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 7 SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 8 Kesinga APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Birmaharajpur APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Piravam Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Bhagwanpur Mandi APMC | ₹6,300 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,700 (27.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cauliflower prices at Champua APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Champua APMC led Cauliflower on 17 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.