Across the reporting yards on 26 Aug 2026, Chamarajanagar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Turmeric, clocking the day's best rate at ₹15,000 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Turmeric board.
01What Put Chamarajanagar APMC on Top Today
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityTurmeric (Turmeric)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 19.2% above the period average and just 6.3% 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
This table ranks Turmeric rates across active mandis for 26 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chamarajanagar APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Araku Valley 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.
A spread of ₹3,000 (25.0%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Turmeric prices at Chamarajanagar APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹12,588. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹11,543 | ₹11,543 | ₹11,543 |
| 20 Jul | ₹13,200 | ₹13,200 | ₹13,200 |
| 11 Jul | ₹13,800 | ₹13,300 | ₹13,710 |
| 10 Jul | ₹12,801 | ₹12,173 | ₹12,492 |
| 09 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹13,900 | ₹12,900 | ₹13,553 |
| 04 Jul | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 02 Jul | ₹13,156 | ₹13,156 | ₹13,156 |
| 30 Jun | ₹13,300 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,850 |
| 19 Jun | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Jun | ₹13,095 | ₹12,500 | ₹13,000 |
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
The day's best Turmeric rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 26 Aug 2026, Chamarajanagar 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.