Reading today's price tape for 17 Aug 2026, Turmeric was quoted at ₹15,758 per quintal in Perundurai APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Perundurai APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,859
- Lowest Price Today₹14,656
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,758
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityTurmeric (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Turmeric rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Turmeric is about 1.3% above the period average, sitting just 19.6% 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
The table below lines up Turmeric rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Perundurai APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹21,000 |
| 2 Dhar APMC | ₹17,700 |
| 3 Hingoli APMC | ₹16,150 |
| 4 Perundurai APMC | ₹15,758 |
| 5 Nizamabad APMC | ₹15,700 |
| 6 Namagiripettai APMC | ₹15,585 |
| 7 Gundlupet APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Duggirala APMC | ₹14,950 |
| 9 Kesamudram APMC | ₹14,700 |
| 10 Vikarabad APMC | ₹14,599 |
| 11 Warangal APMC | ₹14,131 |
| 12 Kadapa APMC | ₹13,894 |
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 ₹7,106 (51.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Turmeric prices at Perundurai APMC ranged between ₹9,699 and ₹19,589, with the average around ₹15,562. 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 Aug | ₹16,859 | ₹14,656 | ₹15,758 |
| 14 Aug | ₹17,240 | ₹12,555 | ₹14,898 |
| 11 Aug | ₹17,055 | ₹14,855 | ₹15,955 |
| 10 Aug | ₹17,369 | ₹9,699 | ₹13,534 |
| 30 Jul | ₹17,370 | ₹15,299 | ₹16,335 |
| 29 Jul | ₹18,409 | ₹15,249 | ₹16,829 |
| 20 Jul | ₹19,589 | ₹12,119 | ₹15,854 |
| 16 Jul | ₹18,555 | ₹12,399 | ₹15,477 |
| 15 Jul | ₹18,463 | ₹12,369 | ₹15,416 |
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
When picking where to sell Turmeric, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Turmeric rate at Perundurai APMC on 17 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.