With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Ginger(Green) was quoted at ₹20,500 per quintal in Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Ginger(Green) Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹27,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGinger(Green) (Green Ginger)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Ginger(Green) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 7.4% above the period average and just 26.8% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Ginger(Green) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,000 |
| 2 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 3 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,400 |
| 4 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,200 |
| 5 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 6 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 9 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 10 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,800 |
| 11 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,500 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹6,000 (28.6%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Ginger(Green) prices at Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹13,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹19,081. 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 | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹18,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Ginger(Green), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Ginger(Green) rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.