Here's the 17 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Cauliflower was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Shahaswan APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Shahaswan APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCauliflower (Cauliflower)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Cauliflower rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Cauliflower is about 0.4% below the period average — just 36.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cauliflower rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹8,200 |
| 2 Adilabad (Rythu Bazar) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Gunpur APMC | ₹7,680 |
| 4 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cauliflower.
At ₹1,800 (28.1%), 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 Shahaswan APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,700, with the average around ₹3,013. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Cauliflower today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
To wrap up, Shahaswan APMC logged this Cauliflower rate on 17 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.