Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Cauliflower was quoted at ₹1,525 per quintal in Maigalganj APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Cauliflower Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,550
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,525
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCauliflower (Cauliflower)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Cauliflower is about 8.7% below the period average, sitting just 35.2% 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
This table ranks Cauliflower rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ganaur APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Narnaul APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Damnagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 SMY Jogindernagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 9 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 SMY Baijnath APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
The ₹1,500 (30.0%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cauliflower prices at Maigalganj APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,355, with the average around ₹1,670. 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 Aug | ₹1,550 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,525 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,560 | ₹1,520 | ₹1,540 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,560 | ₹1,520 | ₹1,540 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,560 | ₹1,520 | ₹1,540 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,580 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,560 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,590 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,575 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,595 | ₹1,560 | ₹1,580 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,560 | ₹1,580 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,605 | ₹1,580 | ₹1,595 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,611 | ₹1,580 | ₹1,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,620 | ₹1,580 | ₹1,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,620 | ₹1,585 | ₹1,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,630 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,615 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,640 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,620 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,640 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,620 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,650 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,625 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,660 | ₹1,620 | ₹1,640 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,660 | ₹1,620 | ₹1,640 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,680 | ₹1,640 | ₹1,660 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,680 | ₹1,640 | ₹1,660 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cauliflower rate at Maigalganj APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.