In the latest market update for 16 Aug 2026, Ginger(Green) was quoted at ₹19,000 per quintal in Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Ginger(Green) Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Ginger(Green) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityGinger(Green) (Green Ginger)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Ginger(Green) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Ginger(Green) is about 3.0% below the period average — just 26.9% 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 Ginger(Green) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pampady Market APMC Leader | ₹33,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 3 Piravam Market APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 4 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,400 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,200 |
| 6 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 7 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹22,500 |
| 8 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 9 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 11 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 12 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Ginger(Green).
A spread of ₹11,000 (50.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Ginger(Green) prices at Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹14,000 and ₹26,000, with the average around ₹19,585. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
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
The headline Ginger(Green) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Ginger(Green) rate on 16 Aug 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.