In the price report dated 20 Aug 2026, Bengaluru APMC stood at the front of the pack for Turmeric, clocking the day's best rate at ₹21,000 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Turmeric today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Turmeric Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹23,000
- Lowest Price Today₹19,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,000
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityTurmeric (Turmeric Stick)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Turmeric rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 6.8% above the period average and just 8.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Turmeric rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹21,000 |
| 2 Akola APMC | ₹15,775 |
| 3 Hingoli APMC | ₹15,575 |
| 4 Duggirala APMC | ₹14,750 |
| 5 Kadapa APMC | ₹12,100 |
| 6 Chamarajanagar APMC | ₹12,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Turmeric.
At ₹9,000 (75.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Turmeric matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Turmeric prices at Bengaluru APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹23,000, with the average around ₹19,667. 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 | ₹23,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 01 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 24 Jun | ₹21,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 20 Jun | ₹21,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 17 Jun | ₹21,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 16 Jun | ₹21,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,500 |
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
Selling Turmeric well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Bengaluru APMC set the pace for Turmeric. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.