Checking the day's mandi numbers for 15 Aug 2026, Cauliflower was quoted at ₹4,900 per quintal in Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Cauliflower Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityCauliflower (Ranchi)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cauliflower rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cauliflower is about 6.8% above the period average, sitting just 12.5% 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 15 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Boudh APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Piravam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Gunpur APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Porbandar APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Bargarh(Barapalli) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹2,100 (38.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cauliflower prices at Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹4,588. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cauliflower stood at Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 15 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.