Based on what the markets reported on 20 Aug 2026, Jasmine was quoted at ₹55,000 per quintal in Paramakudi(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
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹60,000
- Lowest Price Today₹50,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹55,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
At this level, Jasmine is about 13.9% above the period average, sitting just 21.4% 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 Jasmine rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vellore APMC Leader | ₹90,000 |
| 2 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹65,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹60,000 |
| 4 Perambakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹60,000 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹57,500 |
| 6 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹57,500 |
| 7 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹57,500 |
| 8 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹55,000 |
| 9 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹54,000 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹45,000 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹37,500 |
| 12 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹33,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹56,500 (168.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Jasmine matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Jasmine prices at Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹30,000 and ₹70,000, with the average around ₹48,273. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹65,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹62,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Jasmine to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
All told, this is where Jasmine stood at Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 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.