Reading today's price tape for 16 Aug 2026, Ginger(Green) was quoted at ₹12,250 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Ginger(Green) yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Ginger(Green) Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityGinger(Green) (Green Ginger)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Ginger(Green) is about 5.7% below the period average — just 35.5% 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹11,000 (50.0%) 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, Ginger(Green) prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹19,000, with the average around ₹12,987. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹13,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹13,600 | ₹13,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹13,600 | ₹14,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,700 | ₹13,350 |
| 06 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹12,700 | ₹13,850 |
| 05 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹15,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹13,200 | ₹14,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,200 | ₹13,600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,800 | ₹16,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹15,800 | ₹15,800 | ₹15,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹17,300 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹17,300 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,650 |
| 29 Jul | ₹16,200 | ₹16,200 | ₹16,200 |
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
Farmers comparing Ginger(Green) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Ginger(Green) changed hands at this rate in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.