In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Jul 2026, Turmeric was quoted at ₹16,725 per quintal in Lonar APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Turmeric Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,750
- Lowest Price Today₹15,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,725
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Jul 2026
- CommodityTurmeric (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Turmeric is about 13.5% above the period average, sitting just 0.1% 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
Here's how Turmeric rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹25,000 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 3 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹16,936 |
| 4 Lonar APMC | ₹16,725 |
| 5 Mehekar APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 6 Risod APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 7 Hingoli APMC | ₹15,860 |
| 8 Gajanan Krushi Utpanna Bazar (India) Pvt Ltd, Basmat, Dist Hingoli APMC | ₹15,756 |
| 9 Loha APMC | ₹14,700 |
| 10 Bhokar APMC | ₹14,450 |
| 11 Chithode APMC | ₹13,912 |
| 12 Chandausi APMC | ₹13,000 |
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.
At ₹12,000 (92.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Turmeric matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Turmeric prices at Lonar APMC ranged between ₹13,000 and ₹16,750, with the average around ₹14,734. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Jul | ₹15,825 | ₹15,025 | ₹15,425 |
| 18 Jul | ₹16,750 | ₹15,800 | ₹16,725 |
| 11 Jul | ₹15,555 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,777 |
| 04 Jul | ₹14,900 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,950 |
| 27 Jun | ₹13,850 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,425 |
| 20 Jun | ₹14,600 | ₹13,600 | ₹14,100 |
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
Going to the top Turmeric market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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 Lonar APMC on 18 Jul 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.