Going by the latest APMC figures for 16 Aug 2026, Ginger(Green) was quoted at ₹21,000 per quintal in Karaikudi(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
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹21,500
- Lowest Price Today₹20,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityGinger(Green) (Green Ginger)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Ginger(Green) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 4.8% above the period average and just 27.6% 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 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 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 | ₹22,500 |
| 7 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 9 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 10 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 11 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,800 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Ginger(Green).
The ₹12,000 (57.1%) 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 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹14,500 and ₹29,000, with the average around ₹20,042. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹21,500 | ₹20,500 | ₹21,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹21,500 | ₹20,500 | ₹21,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹21,500 | ₹20,500 | ₹21,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹22,500 | ₹20,500 | ₹21,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹22,500 | ₹20,500 | ₹21,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹22,500 | ₹20,500 | ₹21,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹21,500 | ₹14,500 | ₹18,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹21,500 | ₹14,500 | ₹18,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹22,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹19,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹22,500 | ₹15,500 | ₹19,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹22,500 | ₹15,500 | ₹19,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹22,500 | ₹15,500 | ₹19,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹22,500 | ₹15,500 | ₹19,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹22,500 | ₹15,500 | ₹19,000 |
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
Going to the top Ginger(Green) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Ginger(Green) rate on 16 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.