Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Ginger(Green) was quoted at ₹15,500 per quintal in Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Pallikonda(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₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
At this level, Ginger(Green) is about 10.3% below the period average, sitting just 35.4% 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
Here's how Ginger(Green) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,000 |
| 2 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 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 | ₹23,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 9 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 10 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,800 |
| 11 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,500 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
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.
That ₹6,000 (28.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Ginger(Green) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Ginger(Green) prices at Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹17,288. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
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
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 sum up, this was the Ginger(Green) rate at Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.