In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Oct 2026, Rajnandgaon APMC stood at the front of the pack for Spinach, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,700 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Spinach today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Spinach Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommoditySpinach (Spinach)
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 Spinach about 44.4% above the period average, and just 6.0% 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
Here's how Spinach rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajnandgaon APMC Leader | ₹4,700 |
| 2 Durg APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 APMC Jalgaon APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Lalru APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 7 Rajouri (Phaliana) (F&V) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 APMC Kamthi APMC | ₹3,350 |
| 9 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Dasuya APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹2,800 |
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 ₹1,900 (67.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Spinach prices at Rajnandgaon APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,254. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,700 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,700 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Spinach, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Rajnandgaon APMC was the market to beat for Spinach on 17 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.