Checking the day's mandi numbers for 20 Aug 2026, Turmeric was quoted at ₹12,100 per quintal in Kadapa APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Turmeric Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,100
- Lowest Price Today₹12,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,100
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityTurmeric (Bulb)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Turmeric is about 10.0% below the period average, sitting just 26.2% 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 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kadapa APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹21,250 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 3 Akola APMC | ₹15,775 |
| 4 Hingoli APMC | ₹15,575 |
| 5 Nizamabad APMC | ₹15,560 |
| 6 Duggirala APMC | ₹14,880 |
| 7 Kadapa APMC | ₹12,100 |
| 8 Chamarajanagar APMC | ₹12,000 |
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.
At ₹9,250 (77.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Turmeric matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Turmeric prices at Kadapa APMC ranged between ₹4,665 and ₹16,394, with the average around ₹13,449. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹12,100 | ₹12,100 | ₹12,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹15,212 | ₹11,312 | ₹15,212 |
| 17 Aug | ₹14,324 | ₹13,894 | ₹13,894 |
| 14 Aug | ₹14,894 | ₹7,594 | ₹12,126 |
| 13 Aug | ₹15,025 | ₹13,035 | ₹14,324 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,855 | ₹10,212 | ₹11,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹14,324 | ₹9,212 | ₹14,012 |
| 10 Aug | ₹14,599 | ₹14,242 | ₹14,265 |
| 07 Aug | ₹14,489 | ₹8,024 | ₹13,962 |
| 06 Aug | ₹15,694 | ₹9,012 | ₹14,594 |
| 05 Aug | ₹15,762 | ₹5,024 | ₹15,642 |
| 04 Aug | ₹15,893 | ₹5,112 | ₹15,893 |
| 03 Aug | ₹16,394 | ₹8,112 | ₹13,024 |
| 31 Jul | ₹14,272 | ₹10,112 | ₹14,194 |
| 30 Jul | ₹14,752 | ₹10,018 | ₹14,552 |
| 29 Jul | ₹14,924 | ₹8,212 | ₹14,912 |
| 28 Jul | ₹13,996 | ₹11,094 | ₹13,732 |
| 27 Jul | ₹15,015 | ₹12,813 | ₹14,912 |
| 24 Jul | ₹14,905 | ₹10,594 | ₹13,865 |
| 23 Jul | ₹15,582 | ₹8,569 | ₹14,742 |
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
For Turmeric, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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 Turmeric rate at Kadapa APMC on 20 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.