Based on what the markets reported on 16 Oct 2026, Lalru APMC stood at the front of the pack for Spinach, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,000 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
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommoditySpinach (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Spinach is about 33.9% above the period average, sitting just 4.8% 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
This table ranks Spinach rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lalru APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 3 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 4 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Mehatpur APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 6 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 7 Sahnewal APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 8 Hansi APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 9 Mansa(Manas Veg Yard) APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 10 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Ahmedgarh APMC | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Kailaras APMC | ₹1,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Spinach.
The ₹2,500 (166.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Spinach prices at Lalru APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹2,987. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,670 | ₹2,670 | ₹2,670 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,490 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,490 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 |
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
Going to the top Spinach market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Lalru APMC led Spinach on 16 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.