Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Ginger(Green) was quoted at ₹17,500 per quintal in Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Ginger(Green) Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityGinger(Green) (Green Ginger)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Ginger(Green) about 6.1% below the period average, and just 27.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Ginger(Green) rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,500 |
| 2 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 3 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,400 |
| 4 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,200 |
| 5 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 7 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 11 Thirupathur APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
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 ₹7,500 (37.5%) 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 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹18,628. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 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 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 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 |
| 04 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹19,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹20,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹20,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
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
Selling Ginger(Green) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Ginger(Green) was priced at this level in Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.