Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Raddish was quoted at ₹3,200 per quintal in Darjeeling APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Darjeeling APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Raddish arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,300
- Lowest Price Today₹3,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityRaddish (Raddish)
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, Raddish is about 0.6% below the period average, sitting just 8.6% 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
This table ranks Raddish rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,750 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 7 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
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.
The ₹1,500 (35.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Raddish prices at Darjeeling APMC ranged between ₹3,100 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹3,218. 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 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
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 Raddish 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 is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Raddish rate at Darjeeling 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.