Based on what the markets reported on 18 Aug 2026, Jasmine was quoted at ₹51,000 per quintal in Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Jasmine markets.
01What's Behind Today's Jasmine Price
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₹52,000
- Lowest Price Today₹50,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹51,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityJasmine (Jasmine)
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.
At this level, Jasmine is about 6.6% above the period average, sitting just 27.1% 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 Jasmine rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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.
At ₹22,500 (69.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Jasmine matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Jasmine prices at Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹30,000 and ₹70,000, with the average around ₹47,833. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹52,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹51,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹45,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹42,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹45,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹42,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹45,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹42,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹45,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹42,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹70,000 | ₹65,000 | ₹67,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹70,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹65,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹55,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹52,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹60,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Jasmine stood at Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.