Reading today's price tape for 20 Aug 2026, Ladies Finger was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Jhargram APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Ladies Finger Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityLadies Finger (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Ladies Finger is about 10.0% below the period average, sitting just 34.8% 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 Ladies Finger rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vanasthalipuram,RBZ APMC Leader | ₹3,500 |
| 2 RYTHU BAZAR ERRAGADDA APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 3 RYTHU BAZAR FALAKNUMA APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 4 Narasinghpur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Jhargram APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Belgaum APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 7 Chamarajanagar APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 8 Ramanagara APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 9 Davangere APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Chintamani APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Shimoga APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 12 Gauribidanur APMC | ₹1,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,000 (133.3%) 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, Ladies Finger prices at Jhargram APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹3,334. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
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 day's best Ladies Finger rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Ladies Finger stood at Jhargram 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.