In the day's wholesale-price digest for 23 Aug 2026, Ginger(Green) was quoted at ₹17,000 per quintal in Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,500
- Lowest Price Today₹16,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityGinger(Green) (Green Ginger)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 6.3% below the period average — just 29.2% 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
This table ranks Ginger(Green) rates across active mandis for 23 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Piravam Market APMC Leader | ₹28,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 3 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 4 Kodumon VFPCK Market APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 5 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 7 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,800 |
| 8 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,800 |
| 9 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 11 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 12 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Ginger(Green).
At ₹6,000 (27.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Ginger(Green) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Ginger(Green) prices at Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹18,146. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹17,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹17,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹17,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹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
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 market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Ginger(Green) rate on 23 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.