In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Jasmine was quoted at ₹40,000 per quintal in Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Jasmine Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Jasmine arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹40,000
- Lowest Price Today₹40,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹40,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityJasmine (Jasmine)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Jasmine about 1.0% below the period average, and just 33.3% 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 Jasmine rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹55,000 |
| 2 Vellore APMC | ₹55,000 |
| 3 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹54,000 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹52,500 |
| 5 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹51,000 |
| 6 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹45,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 8 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 9 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 10 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹35,000 |
| 11 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹34,500 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹22,500 (69.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Jasmine prices at Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹30,000 and ₹60,000, with the average around ₹40,403. 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 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹55,000 | ₹55,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹55,000 | ₹55,000 | ₹55,000 |
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
The headline Jasmine rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Jasmine was priced at this level in Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 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.