In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Oct 2026, Ginger(Green) was quoted at ₹14,500 per quintal in Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Ginger(Green) Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityGinger(Green) (Green Ginger)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Ginger(Green) about 16.5% below the period average, and just 42.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Ginger(Green) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹26,000 |
| 2 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹25,600 |
| 3 Parakkodu Market APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 4 Kodumon VFPCK Market APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 6 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,750 |
| 7 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,500 |
| 8 Piravam Market APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 9 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
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.
That ₹6,000 (30.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Ginger(Green) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Ginger(Green) prices at Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹17,364. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
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
For Ginger(Green), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
The takeaway: Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Ginger(Green) at this level on 16 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.