Going by the latest APMC figures for 06 Aug 2026, Turmeric was quoted at ₹15,800 per quintal in Akola APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Akola APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Turmeric arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,400
- Lowest Price Today₹13,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,800
- Reporting Mandis11
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityTurmeric (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 4.5% above the period average and just 6.8% 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 06 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹25,000 |
| 2 Banthara APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 3 Mumbai APMC | ₹21,250 |
| 4 Hingoli APMC | ₹15,812 |
| 5 Akola APMC | ₹15,800 |
| 6 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹15,568 |
| 7 Nizamabad APMC | ₹14,650 |
| 8 Kadapa APMC | ₹14,594 |
| 9 Kesamudram APMC | ₹14,259 |
| 10 Bareilly APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 11 Paderu APMC | ₹10,500 |
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.
That ₹14,500 (138.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Turmeric fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Turmeric prices at Akola APMC ranged between ₹11,900 and ₹16,950, with the average around ₹15,125. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹16,400 | ₹13,900 | ₹15,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹16,950 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹15,550 | ₹13,550 | ₹14,950 |
| 24 Jul | ₹16,275 | ₹14,100 | ₹15,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹16,750 | ₹12,600 | ₹15,950 |
| 16 Jul | ₹16,725 | ₹12,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹15,525 | ₹11,900 | ₹13,900 |
| 09 Jul | ₹14,900 | ₹12,500 | ₹13,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Turmeric yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Bottom line: on 06 Aug 2026, Turmeric traded at this rate in Akola APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.