Based on what the markets reported on 18 Aug 2026, Ginger(Green) was quoted at ₹19,000 per quintal in Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Ginger(Green) Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
At this level, Ginger(Green) is about 0.7% below the period average, sitting just 26.9% 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 Ginger(Green) rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,000 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹24,800 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 4 Pandalam Market APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 5 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 6 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,400 |
| 7 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,200 |
| 8 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 9 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 10 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 12 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
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 ₹5,000 (22.7%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Ginger(Green) prices at Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹14,000 and ₹26,000, with the average around ₹19,127. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 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 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹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
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
All told, this is where Ginger(Green) stood at Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.