As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Oct 2026, Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cauliflower, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,200 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Cauliflower today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cauliflower Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹7,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityCauliflower (Ranchi)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 44.9% above the period average and right at 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
This table ranks Cauliflower rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,200 |
| 2 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Munnar Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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.
The ₹1,450 (25.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Cauliflower prices at Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹7,200, with the average around ₹4,969. 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 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
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
Going to the top Cauliflower market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Cauliflower. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.