In the mandi rate roundup for 12 Aug 2026, Cauliflower was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Rayagada 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityCauliflower (Cauliflower)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cauliflower about 10.0% above the period average, and just 8.3% 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
Here's how Cauliflower rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Madhubani APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Gunpur APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Piravam Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Anchal Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Bhagwanpur Mandi APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 8 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 9 Broadway market Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Karanjia APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 11 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
That ₹3,600 (60.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cauliflower fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cauliflower prices at Rayagada APMC ranged between ₹2,900 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,002. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Rayagada APMC reported Cauliflower at this level on 12 Aug 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.